How to Avoid a Multi-Car Pile-Up in Winter

Winter roads can be dangerous to drive on if you’re not careful, and with the recent crashes that happened earlier this year in Texas and more recently in Minnesota, it’s good to know what to do when traversing the icy roads this winter. Check out our winter driving safety tips at Leman's Chevrolet City Llc to know how to safely navigate the snowy roads. Then, visit our dealership for more winter safety tips, parts and accessories for the winter, and anything else you need.

Winter Driving Safety Tips for Driving on Slick Roads

Before you hit the Decatur roads, it’s important to know what to look for and what to do when facing any icy and slick conditions. When driving on slick roads, you should:

• Never speed, even if you’re running late. Take it slow.
• Keep a good distance between you and other vehicles on the road. This way, you’ll be less likely to collide with someone else if they brake or slow down.
• Know when to use your brakes, and check to see if your car has antilock brakes.
• Be slow to accelerate and decelerate.
• If you don’t have to stop, don’t. This avoids the possibility of sliding and potentially crashing.

If your car is in need of a tune-up before you hit the roads this winter, then schedule service with our service center at your earliest convenience.

Staying Safe in a Multi-Car Pileup

When driving on slick roads, you should be as alert as possible and drive slowly to avoid any crashes or potential pile-ups. However, accidents can sometimes occur on the Springfield roads no matter how cautious you are. If you find yourself in a multi-car pile-up, here’s what you should do to stay safe:

• Slow down and keep your distance from the rear end of another vehicle.
• Keep an eye on your rearview mirrors to check on any cars behind you.
• Stay alert and look at the traffic around you.
• Take your time and don’t make any sudden changes or quick actions.
• If you have to slow down, press the brakes gently, multiple times rather than slamming down on them.
• If you crash, stay in your car and call 911 for assistance.

Be sure to prep a winter emergency car kit if you get stuck on the roads in the winter, and be sure to stay safe out there this year. Rely on the expertise of Leman's Chevrolet City Llc for more winter driving safety tips, and reach out to our service center if you need any assistance or maintenance.

Drive By Protecting Yourself & Others in Bloomington

Hopefully, you feel better prepared to avoid a multi-car pile-up and drive safely wherever you go this winter. Contact us at Leman's Chevrolet City Llc to continue to drive safely and get any of your questions answered.