SAFE DRIVING
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If the forecast looks iffy, wait out the storm; if you must travel, share your travel plans and route with someone before you leave
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Drive slowly. Always adjust your speed down to account for lower traction when driving on snow or ice.
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Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal.
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Avoid using cruise control in wintry conditions
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Steer in the direction of a skid, so when your wheels regain traction, you don’t have to overcorrect to stay in your lane
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Accelerate and decelerate slowly
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Increase following distance to 8 to 10 seconds
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If possible, don't stop when going uphill
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To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, never leave a vehicle running in your garage – even with the garage door up
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Cause |
Resource |
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For questions/concerns about your car’s protection |
LOOP Care Team: 1-844-544-LOOP (5667) |
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If Your vehicle is disabled or you are stranded on the side of the road |
Motorists Helpline: 1-800-525-5555 |
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Local non-emergent contact line to call for information or road updates |
Non-emergency Help: 3-1-1 |
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For immediate resource needs; find information about resources in your local community for food or housing, child care, etc. |
State Emergency Assistance Registry: 2-1-1 |
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For emergencies |
Emergency: 9-1-1 |
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To connect with your local RedCross for assistance |
RedCross: 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) |
CAR SAFETY
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Keep an Eye on Tire Tire Pressure
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When the temperatures drop, the air inside your tires compresses.
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Check Fluids and Winterize
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Before winter hits in full force, check to make sure your car’s fluids are all full to manufacturer specifications. It’s especially important to ensure you have a weather-resistant coolant and washer fluid.
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Keep Your Gas Tank Full
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Low volumes of gas can freeze in the tank or gas lines, making your car inoperable and potentially causing damage. As much as possible, keep a full gas tank during the winter months.
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Avoid parking on slopes when possible. This can cause your car to slide downhill in icy conditions.
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Avoid parking under trees, power lines, or under the eaves of snow-covered buildings.
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Stand your wiper blades up after parking.
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Ready for an Emergency
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Keep blankets, flashlights, jumper cables, and flares or emergency lights in your vehicle.
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