Cold-Weather Driving Tips

Reduce speed and increase following distance on ice or snow-covered roads.

Clear all snow/ice from your vehicle before departure and equip it with winter tires.

Avoid abrupt braking, accelerating, or steering to reduce skidding risk.

Prepare an emergency kit (blankets, shovel, flashlight, fuel) in case of roadside delays.

Driving Safety Alerts

Weather & Road Condition Apps

Drive Weather: Shows real-time radar and icy road indicators along your route.
TomTom Hazard Alerts: Warns about slippery roads, snow, and fog.
AccuWeather or Tomorrow.io: Provides hyperlocal forecasts and severe weather alerts.

Vehicle-Based Alerts

Many modern cars have traction control and stability alerts—pay attention to dashboard warnings.
Enable connected car services for real-time hazard notifications.

Message Sent By
Deborah Fry
(Staffordshire Police, PCSO, Lichfield)