This week’s winter driving tip: Have an emergency plan. If you get stuck or stranded, don’t panic. Stay with your vehicle for safety and warmth. If you have a cell phone and it is an emergency, call 911. Otherwise, call for roadside
assistance.  More Tips

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This week’s winter driving tip: Watch for black ice. Slow down when approaching icy areas such as shaded areas,bridges and overpasses as these sections of road freeze sooner than others in cold weather. Watch for “black ice”, areas of the road with a thin, almost invisible coating of ice, as it can cause your vehicle to suddenly lose traction, braking and cornering control.  More Tips

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This week’s winter driving tip: Learn winter road skills. If you are unfamiliar with driving in snow and icy conditions and your job requires you to be behind the wheel, ask your employer for winter driving training. Through training and practice, learn how to brake safely, how to get out of a skid and how your vehicle handles in winter weather.  More tips

For up-to-the-minute road and weather conditions, please visit www.drivebc.ca.