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If you need to drive in the snow, do it without sudden stops or gear changes.
Snowfalls are already raging, so accidents on the roads have become commonplace. To reduce the level of danger for yourself and other drivers, you should change your summer tires to winter ones. In addition, have an action algorithm in case of sudden braking.
Automotive publication Hyser tells how a driver can brake quickly and safely on a slippery road.
How to act
Modern cars have an anti-lock brake system (ABS). It reacts to the moment the wheels lock when braking. But even despite this limiting factor, the overall braking performance depends primarily on the condition of the road.
In this case, maintaining traction with the appropriate tires (summer or winter) is very important, especially in winter when icy conditions are possible.
Motorists, even with extensive driving experience, are not advised to disable ABS. It is better to pay attention to engine braking, maintaining ignition and gear.
To do this, you need to dump the fuel, depress the clutch, shift into a lower gear and engage the clutch. This will create an effective stopping force that matches the brakes installed.
It is better to use the engine braking technique on slippery roads, because a locked wheel may lose control. And when maneuvering on icy conditions, always be careful not to lose control.
If you need to drive in the snow, do it without sudden stops or gear changes.
