Top Tips To Stay Safe This Winter

Winter is fast-approaching so it is important to remember how to stay safe when driving in winter. Here are Britannia’s top tips:

The sun sits lower in the sky in winter, which can result in glare, as can snow, so don’t put away your sunglasses just yet!

Keep a winter ready kit in your car including: blanket, bottled water, coat, scarf and gloves, first aid kit, ice scraper, de-icer, torch and extra screen wash, ensuring you are ready for all eventualities

Check your tyres are inflated correctly and have an adequate tread depth. Tyre pressures should be checked at least fortnightly.

Putting water dispersant (WD-40) in locks will help to stop them freezing

Ensure you have got enough petrol or diesel in case of unexpected delays

When the road is wet, it can take up to twice as long to stop. Slow down and ensure the correct distance is kept from the vehicle in front.

Clear snow off the whole vehicle before you start your journey: it is illegal to drive with poor visibility, so just clearing a little space on your windscreen isn’t enough

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