Driving can be very dangerous, and not knowing how to do it properly can result in many different problems, like injury, or even death. Even though most people think that they can drive pretty proficiently, some new drivers have not experienced ice or snow. These conditions are quite different from normal driving conditions, so let’s learn how to deal with them.
When driving in bad weather conditions, you can easily spin out and end up crashing. There are many different ways to avoid this, but the best one is to slow down and be aware of your surroundings. This will improve your safety not only in hazardous conditions, but also in your day to day commute. While talking to Jacob Greenberg, a freshman at DHS who just got his driver’s permit, he said that, “If you want to get somewhere early, leave early. And if you leave late, don’t risk it, get there late.” By doing this, you will improve your chances of not getting in a car accident. Another tip is to make sure you leave space between you and other cars. If you or another car spins out of control, giving yourself space allows you to prevent a possible crash.
When cold weather occurs, icy and snowy conditions usually follow. They can be dangerous and unpredictable, and relatively hard to notice until it is too late. Even though these conditions may seem intimidating, there are some easy ways to avoid accidents. During an interview with a former bus driver named Justin Christofferson, he said that “the first thing you have to do is identify if there is ice on the road.” To find this out, make sure you check the temperature outside before you go anywhere, and what the surface of the road looks like. He added that “First thing you do is slow down.” and “try and be thoughtful of where your tires are along the road.” Make sure to try and place your tires on non-icy parts of the road.
Even with all these tips, anything is possible and an accident could occur at any time, whether it be your fault or someone else’s, so the most important thing you can do is stay alert and pay attention to your surroundings especially in icy conditions.
Even when not driving in hazardous conditions, an accident could occur at any time, so you have to be prepared. Even though anything can happen, there are some ways to become better at driving. While talking to Alan Vamos, a relatively experienced driver, he mentioned that “The way I learned [to drive] was being thrown right into it. That helped me a lot because I didn’t have time to overthink it.” This could really help new drivers learn at their own pace. They can learn their own style of driving, which could help them in the future. By hopping straight into it, they can learn to adapt to the icy conditions. Just remember to be cautious and don’t put you or others in danger, because according to Vamos, “You could get in trouble, [but] even worse you could get hurt or hurt someone.
Next time you decide to drive in the snow, make sure you remember these tips and drive safely. Remember that when driving on the road, you are not just responsible for your own safety, but others too. So next time you drive, remember these tips and use them to your advantage
