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Share the joys of the season, safely
With holiday festivities shifting into high gear, it's easy to forget to put safety first while you're driving.
But with a little foresight and extra care on the road, your holidays can be memorable – for all the right reasons.
Prepare to take care:
- Winterize your car – it's not too late. Among other things, a tune-up, fresh oil, proper anti-freeze, and winter tires will help keep you rolling.
- Check your tires for proper inflation.
- Keep these on hand: snow brush and scraper, booster cables, lock-deicer, flashlight (with extra batteries), shovel and traction aids like salt or mats.
- Leave early so you won't be tempted to rush on slippery or snow-covered roads.
- Remove any snow and ice covering your car – not just from windows.
A highway trip? Stow these for survival
- Candles and matches.
- Non-perishable food and bottled water.
- Warm clothes and blankets.
- First-aid kit.
Your safe-driving basics
- Don't drink and drive.
- Wear your seatbelt.
- Use your signal lights.
- Slow down when driving conditions are poor.
- Drive defensively – expect other drivers to make mistakes.
For more information, watch The 60-Second Driver on CTV and check out the following sections on our website:
- Drive Safely in Driving Tips
- Anti-lock Brakes in Driving Tips
- Black Ice in Driving Tips
- You can access the 60-Second video on Sideways Skids directly in Driving Tips
