Drivers Advised to Take Extra Care Driving in Wintry Conditions

The video discusses the dangers of skidding on icy roads, highlighting a recent accident involving over 40 vehicles. It explains that many drivers are unaware of how to handle skids and emphasizes the importance of maintaining control by ensuring the wheels turn at the same speed as the car. The causes of skids are identified as excessive speed, acceleration, harsh steering, and heavy braking. Practical advice is given on how to recover from a skid, including steering into the skid and gently applying the brake. The video concludes with a reminder to drive carefully in wintry conditions.

What is a major risk for motorists during icy weather conditions?

• Increased fuel consumption

• Getting lost

• Skidding on icy roads

• Flat tires

What should drivers aim to achieve when they realize they are in a skid?

• Increase speed

• Turn off the engine

• Regain equilibrium between wheel speed and car speed

• Sound the horn

Which of the following is NOT a cause of skids?

• Excessive speed

• Harsh steering

• Heavy braking

• Low fuel levels

What is the recommended action when a vehicle starts to skid?

• Stop steering

• Turn into the skid

• Accelerate quickly

• Turn away from the skid

What is the key message from authorities regarding driving in wintry conditions?

• Take extra care

• Avoid using brakes

• Drive faster to avoid skids

• Ignore weather warnings