Drivers - before you head out today to face a possible snowy commute, AAA Michigan wants to remind you of some winter safety tips.
First, if you don't need to be on the roads - stay off the roads.
If you have to travel, they advise drivers to:
• Check traffic and weather conditions before heading out
• Have a full tank of gas
• Travel with a cell phone and charger
• Reduce speed
• Drive cautiously
• Leave ample space when following other motorists and snow removal vehicles
• Use windshield washer fluid with a winter solvent that won’t freeze
• Use engine coolant that provides anti-freeze
If you have a road issue and get stranded, you should stay with your car as long as you can. Also:
• If the engine can be started, run it only long enough to keep warm.
• Make sure the exhaust pipe is snow-free.
• Call law enforcement if in an unsafe situation
