1Speed and Distance
Reduce speed significantly—even with winter tires. Increase following distance to 6-8 seconds instead of the usual 3 seconds.
2Braking
Apply brakes gently and early. If you have ABS, press firmly and let it pulse—don't pump the brakes. If you don't have ABS, pump gently to avoid lock-up.
3Skid Recovery
If you start skidding, ease off the gas and steer in the direction you want to go. Don't slam the brakes—this makes skids worse.
4Hills
Build momentum before hills, then ease off near the top. Don't stop on hills if possible. If stuck, don't spin your tires—rock back and forth gently.
Key Takeaways
- 1Slow down and increase following distance
- 2Brake gently and early
- 3Steer into skids, don't slam brakes
- 4Maintain momentum on hills
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