They say that prevention is the best medicine, and that certainly applies to safe driving. Below are several tips for what to do to correct a slide when driving on icy roads along with some bonus tips on how to prevent skidding in the first place.
How to Pull Out of a Skid
Once your wheels begin to lose traction and slide, follow these steps:
Let off the gas pedal
Gently turn your steering wheel in the direction of the skid to cancel the skid
As your vehicle corrects the skid, gently turn your steering wheel back again to straighten out
Gently pump the brake pedal as needed, but avoid hard braking
How to Prevent a Skid
Drive slower than normal on icy roads. The faster your vehicle is moving, the higher the risk of sliding.
Increase your following distance. Stay a good four seconds or more behind the vehicle directly in front of you.
Replace tires with worn-out treading. Snow chains should also be used when conditions require them.
Slow down before entering turns and gently pump brakes as needed
If you want to get your vehicle checked out before heading out onto icy roads this winter season, head over to Grand Valley Auto Grand Junction to get your tires, brakes, fluids or other systems checked out.
