Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer
Traction
— Check your tires
frequently for wear and proper
pressure. Both are important in
preventing "hydroplaning" (loss of
traction on a wet surface). In the
winter, mount snow tires on all
four wheels for the best handling.
Watch road conditions carefully,
they can change from moment to
moment. Wet leaves can be as
slippery as ice. "Clear" roads can
have patches of ice. Driving
conditions can be very hazardous
when the outside temperature is
near freezing. The road surface
can become covered with areas of
water puddles mixed with areas of
ice, so your traction can change
without warning.
Be careful when downshifting. If
traction is low, you can lock up the
drive wheels for a moment and
cause a skid.
Be very cautious when passing, or
being passed by, other vehicles.
The spray from large vehicles
reduces your visibility, and the
wind buffeting can cause you to
lose control.
Towing a Trailer
Your car is not designed to tow a
trailer. Attempting to do so can
void your warranties.
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