Video: More Winter Driving Advice

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois State Police (ISP), and Illinois Tollway recently collaborated to compile a list of tips for safe winter driving, as part of the state’s “Winter Weather — Get It Together” campaign.

Here’s the advice, which you can pass along to fleet drivers:

Always wear a seat belt.
Slow down. Slower speeds, slower acceleration, slower steering, and slower braking all

are required in winter driving conditions.

Drop it and drive. Put down the handheld devices.
Don’t crowd the plow. A snow plow operator’s field of vision is restricted. You may see them, but they may not see you.
Avoid using cruise control in snow and ice.
Watch out for black ice on roads that appear clear but can be treacherous.
Be especially careful approaching intersections, ramps, bridges, and shady areas. All of them are prone to icing.
Do not travel during bad weather unless absolutely necessary. If you do have to make a trip, check the forecast and make sure someone is aware of your travel route. Consider taking public transportation if it is an option.
Prepare an emergency car care kit that contains jumper cables, flares or reflectors, windshield washer fluid, a small ice scraper, traction material, blankets, non-perishable food, and a first-aid kit.
Carry a cell phone and a car charger in case of emergency.
Slow down and move over for stopped emergency, construction, and maintenance vehicles.

To view an IDOT-produced video about winter driving safety, click on the photo or link below the headline.

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