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Winter is upon us and more drivers are having to take to the roads during inclement weather conditions. Conditions will vary this season from mild to severe and roads will become increasingly treacherous as the weather gets worse. It is important for you to know how to handle your car on the road during this type of weather.
Leaving No Stone Unturned
Be Prepared - The first and most vital step for driving in bad weather is making sure that your vehicle is prepped and ready to handle the worst of your local weather conditions. Commercial and interstate drivers who operate fleet vehicles have to know what gear they need for each region as weather patterns will differ for each place.
Keeping an Inventory of the Right Parts
Getting On the Road - Once your vehicle is stocked and ready to brave the winter roads there are a few things you need to do every time you get in your vehicle. Visibility is vital to your safety and the safety of the other drivers on the road. If you are in an area with heavy snow, clean your car off every time.
If the tire or if tires have been completely destroyed beyond repair, a driver should contact their dispatch to relay that information and decide which action would be most responsible. Often it is safe for a driver to transport the vehicle to the nearest service center even on the damaged tire, although there are likewise the instances where further use of the truck is not advisable in which case the company may be able to send a road-side team to help fix the tire or change to a spare.
Be Cautious and Alert - While you may be the picture of perfection when it comes to driving in bad weather, you cannot account for the other drivers on the road. It is also impossible to anticipate everything as you go. To be safe you want to remember that space and time are key.
Finding the Best Drivers
Giving yourself the space you need on the road allows you the time to slow down carefully if it is required. If you find yourself slipping or sliding don't panic. Stay calm and react as you need to, working to stay relaxed and alert. No matter the conditions, following these rules will help you avoid accidents and stay safe on the road during bad weather, and remember, sometimes the best option is to stay off the road.
Leaving No Stone Unturned
Be Prepared - The first and most vital step for driving in bad weather is making sure that your vehicle is prepped and ready to handle the worst of your local weather conditions. Commercial and interstate drivers who operate fleet vehicles have to know what gear they need for each region as weather patterns will differ for each place.
Keeping an Inventory of the Right Parts
Getting On the Road - Once your vehicle is stocked and ready to brave the winter roads there are a few things you need to do every time you get in your vehicle. Visibility is vital to your safety and the safety of the other drivers on the road. If you are in an area with heavy snow, clean your car off every time.
If the tire or if tires have been completely destroyed beyond repair, a driver should contact their dispatch to relay that information and decide which action would be most responsible. Often it is safe for a driver to transport the vehicle to the nearest service center even on the damaged tire, although there are likewise the instances where further use of the truck is not advisable in which case the company may be able to send a road-side team to help fix the tire or change to a spare.
Be Cautious and Alert - While you may be the picture of perfection when it comes to driving in bad weather, you cannot account for the other drivers on the road. It is also impossible to anticipate everything as you go. To be safe you want to remember that space and time are key.
Finding the Best Drivers
Giving yourself the space you need on the road allows you the time to slow down carefully if it is required. If you find yourself slipping or sliding don't panic. Stay calm and react as you need to, working to stay relaxed and alert. No matter the conditions, following these rules will help you avoid accidents and stay safe on the road during bad weather, and remember, sometimes the best option is to stay off the road.
About the Author:
When the California Air Resource Board's diesel emissions regulations first came out, Michael Schwartz, now President of FleetServ, started getting calls from panicked Fleet Managers looking for straight-forward information and compliance service. While FleetServ (formerly known as ACT Compliance) was originally formed to meet this need, over time it has evolved into much more.
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