Road ice, blinding snow, and low visibility make winter driving extremely dangerous, accounting for up to 76,000 injuries every year. While your auto insurance coverage may pay for any damages sustained in a crash, it’s best to avoid these dangerous situations in the first place. The tips below will help you get through the next snowstorm and arrive at your destination safely.

Safe Driving Tips for Winter

1. Leave More Room

If a car slides out of control in front of you, having enough space to respond will help you avoid a serious wreck. Normally, you should leave three or four seconds between vehicles, but snowy conditions call for a little more room. At highway speeds, eight to 10 seconds is a safer following speed, giving you the time to respond safely to an emergency.

2. Slow Down

Posted speed limits are actually calculated for clear, sunny days with no road hazards. When the roads are slick and the snow is coming down, driving below the speed limit will make it easier to slow down or stop if an accident occurs or visibility suddenly drops. Your vehicle can also slide off the road on curves or in the middle of a curve, so slow down and use extra caution.

3. Stock Up Your Car

Sliding off the road and getting stuck in the snow can be extremely dangerous, especially on deserted roads. Stocking your car with essential supplies can help you make it through a night stranded in your vehicle, so make sure you have blankets, a flashlight, spare batteries, a first aid kit, and non-perishable food items.

Part of safe driving is making sure you’re insured. No matter what your driving history is like, Bob Shropshire Bail Bonds offers affordable insurance coverage tailored to your needs. With access to policies from several different carriers, their professionals pride themselves on making sure Cincinnati, OH, drivers get the insurance coverage they need. Visit their website for more on their insurance coverage options, or call (513) 721-3915 to make an appointment and request a quote.