In recent years, road trips have become a trend. Private car owners are used to driving on various roads, but they should also pay attention to some driving techniques. Here, we’ll introduce some winter road trip driving tips for beginners.
1. What should you pay attention to when it snows?
Answer: Fallen snow in winter is the biggest hazard leading to car accidents. On flat snowy roads, brake continuously; on downhill roads, use a low gear; on uphill roads, try not to stop to avoid getting stuck. During normal driving, you can slightly over-rev (use a higher gear at a lower speed) to increase resistance. When the rear wheels skid left or right, steer in the direction of the skid.
2. What should you do if a large vehicle (fully loaded) ahead going the same direction doesn’t let you pass?
Answer: Follow closely behind, find the right opportunity, and overtake it.
3. What should you do if your brakes overheat due to continuous downhill driving and become ineffective?
Answer: Stop and let them cool naturally; never cool them with water.
4. What should you pay attention to when driving at night in the wilderness?
Answer: If it’s the late night, use your high and low beams alternately when meeting other vehicles to alert them—there’s a chance they might be drowsy. If the other vehicle keeps their high beams on, slow down in advance to avoid unseen obstacles such as tractors coming from the same direction.