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Weather experts already are forecasting some nasty winter weather in some parts of the country. Driving in wintry weather is tricky for even the most experienced driver. Drivers must constantly analyze conditions and adjust to them, but “conditions” include more than just the weather.
By Mike Hitchcock, Senior Safety Advisor
Weather experts already are forecasting some nasty winter weather in some parts of the country. Driving in wintry weather is tricky for even the most experienced driver. Drivers must constantly analyze conditions and adjust to them, but “conditions” include more than just the weather. Factors such as the
condition of the tires, tire inflation, load weight, and weight distribution affect how a heavy truck will behave in winter weather.
Experienced drivers must constantly fight complacency. Just because a driver has never been in a weather-related accident does NOT mean he or she is practicing safe driving habits. The speed that a driver feels is safe may only be a coincidence. Every year we see jackknife and rollover accidents where the driver says he/she was driving at the same particular speed in bad weather that they always do and have never had a problem. Until now!
The smart decision is for drivers to refrain from driving at what they feel is the maximum speed at which they can safely control the vehicle. Experience has shown that backing off a little from the speed limit can go a long way toward preventing a crash. Here are six safety factors drivers need to remember in wintry weather conditions:
Drivers will pick up many other tips as they gain experience driving in winter conditions. A smart driver should be a little nervous and totally focused on the task of driving in any bad weather. A successful, professional driver is a cautious driver. Get there safely even if the load is picked up or delivered late.
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