The best way to be safe in bad weather conditions is to stay indoors. However, situations can arise when you need to move out. Here are some safety tips while driving on icy roads so that you do not need a personal injury lawyer, in case of an accident.

Always brake gently to avoid skidding. Ease off the brake if you feel your wheels are locking up.

On icy roads, the distance traversed by your vehicle to stop when you apply brakes is much larger. During winter, maintain three times more space than usual between you and the vehicle in front.

Use lower gears to keep traction.

If the visibility is low, turn on your lights.

Do not use cruise control on snowy roads.

Take extra care on infrequently traveled roads. These roads are likely to freeze first. Even if the temperature is above freezing point, areas in the shade are likely to have ice.

Do not pass snowplows and sanding trucks. The visibility in front of them is usually very poor.

No vehicle is entirely fool proof in winter conditions. All types of vehicles have some limitations on icy roads. Know the restriction your car has by reading the owner’s manual.

You can practice the techniques of driving on snow in an open space to get familiar with handling your car. These safety measures will help you keep away from unwanted situations of any mishappening and also any need of an accident attorney.