Worksite Safety Resources
Winter Driving Safety Tips
Winter weather—such as snow, ice, and high winds—can cause extremely dangerous driving conditions. To be prepared for these challenging and often hazardous circumstances, always follow the three P’s: PREPARE for the trip, PROTECT yourself, and PREVENT crashes on the road.
Be certain that safety on the road is a top priority this winter!
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Prepare Your Car for Winter
In addition to annual maintenance, follow these tips to winterize your car each year.2
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- Test your battery. Battery power drops as the temperature drops.
- Make sure the cooling system is in good working order.
- Have winter tires with a deeper, more flexible tread put on your car.
- If using all-season tires, check the tread and replace if less than 2/32 of an inch.
- Check the tire pressure. Tire pressure drops as the temperature drops.
- Check your wiper blades and replace, if needed.
- Add wiper fluid rated for -30 degrees.
- Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze.
Also, remember to keep your car’s emergency preparedness kit fully stocked, as well.
1https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/weather_events/snow_ice.htm#:~:text=Each%20year%2C%2024%20percent%20of,slushy%20or%20icy%20pavement%20annually.
2https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/seasonal-safety/winter-safety/driving