Spring is right around the corner and I can we can make it! But, that doesn’t mean we are fully out and safe from any winter weather that might be thrown our way. This week, I am sharing a few winter driving tips that will help you get through these last few weeks of winter and help you cruise right into spring! Check them out below and if you’re ready to upgrade your ride into a new BMW – stop in today and let’s take a test drive in your dream BMW!

General Driving Tips:

• Avoid driving when you’re fatigued.
• NEVER warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
• Make certain your tires are properly inflated to the correct PSI.
• Keeping your gas tank at least half full will avoid gas line freeze-up.
• DO NOT use cruise control when driving on any slippery surfaces (wet, ice, sand, etc.)
• Always look and steer where you want your vehicle to go.

• ALWAYS wear your seatbelt.

Tips For Driving In Winter Weather Conditions:

• Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for gaining traction and avoiding skids, so accelerate and decelerate at a slow and steady pace.
• Take your time and drive slow. Each trip will take longer on snow-covered roads and a collision will only set you back in time. Accelerating, stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as it does on dry pavement. So, give yourself a few extra minutes and a little extra space.
• Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop is threshold braking.
• If you can avoid it, don’t stop. Especially on a hill – there is nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road and going nowhere because you have lost traction.
• Make it known what kind of driving assistance you have (AAA, Roadside Assistance, etc.). If you don’t have one – invest in one!
• Watch the weather reports before leaving for the day, errands, or travels.