Winter Vehicle safety.

Winter Vehicle safety.

❄️🚗 WINTER VEHICLE SAFETY – STAY SAFE ON THE ROADS 🚗❄️

As the colder weather approaches, Staffordshire Police would like to remind motorists to take extra care when travelling during the winter months.

🌨️ Before setting off, remember:

✅ Check your tyres – Ensure they have sufficient tread and are correctly inflated.

✅ Clear your windows – Remove ice, snow and condensation from all windows and mirrors before driving.

✅ Check your lights – Make sure all vehicle lights are clean and working correctly.

✅ Top up your fluids – Check your screen wash contains antifreeze and ensure your coolant is suitable for winter conditions.

✅ Allow extra time – Reduce your speed and increase your stopping distance in icy or wet conditions.

✅ Be prepared – Keep a warm coat, blanket, torch, phone charger and other emergency essentials in your vehicle.

🔐 DON'T FORGET VEHICLE SECURITY!

🚫 Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running while defrosting.

🔑 Always lock your vehicle and remove valuables from sight.

⚠️ Remember: Even a short journey can become dangerous in poor weather conditions.

👮‍♀️ Your local policing team is encouraging everyone to drive responsibly and help keep Staffordshire's roads safe this winter.

🚨 In an emergency, call 999.

📞 For non-emergencies, call 101.

Stay safe, stay prepared and drive to the conditions.

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