It you have a choice, do not drive during bad weather. However, if you must drive in bad weather, insure your vehicle is in good mechanical condition and operating safely. Stay informed on changing weather conditions by listening to the local weather forecast or other emergency information channels on the radio. Review these bad weather driving tips if you must drive in bad weather.

Bad weather driving tips:

Driving during rain, floods and snow conditions can be hazardous. Follow these driving tips and have a safe trip.
To improve visibility, turn on your lights and defroster. In many states you must have your headlights on when your wipers are on.
Avoid sudden moves, try to drive in the tracks of the car ahead, reduce your speed and allow for additional stopping distance.
Hydroplaning occurs when the tires of your car lose contact with the road and ride up on a wedge of water. Make sure your tires have proper treads and are properly inflated. If you do hydroplane, keep the steering wheel straight and take your foot off the gas. Don't hit your brakes or try to steer. As you slow, the weight of the car will cause it to settle down onto the road again.
Be very cautious in light rain or mist. Oil and dirt on the roadway surface make driving extra slippery.
Remember, puddles can hide potentially damaging potholes.
Inclement weather can change the road conditions and contribute to collisions.
Do not attempt to drive through flood waters. The water may be deeper than it looks. Two feet of water will carry away most automobiles.
If your car is caught in a flash flood, get out of your car immediately and move to higher ground.
Before driving in winter weather, thoroughly clean ice and snow off all windows, the hood and the trunk.
Utilize snow tires and chains if necessary. Ease off the accelerator when stopping.
Remember, bridges and overpasses usually freeze first, slow down when approaching them.
If caught in a blizzard, stay in your car. Leave a window partially open. Clear the snow away from your tailpipe. Run the engine & heater for about ten minutes every hour to stay warm.

If it is necessary to drive in bad weather, follow these bad driving weather tips and have a safe trip

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