Caltrans, or the California Department of Transportation, has urged drivers to exercise caution when using the expansive roads in the state of California. Driving in the United States has become a dangerous task for even the most experienced of drivers; however, when the annual winter freeze hits the nation, driving can become even more treacherous, especially in regions that experience vast amounts of snowfall. Be sure to follow these simple tips and tricks t make driving during winter a little safer this year.
Caltrans has offered a few suggestions that may make driving in California safer this winter
California is known as the Golden State for good reason. The state receives nearly year-round sunshine and has become an economic superpower that outperforms some small nations in GDP. In fact, California has one of the highest GDP’s anywhere in the United States.
However, driving in California during winter comes with the added danger as the roads ice up and driving becomes nearly impossible. With millions set to hit the roads over the festive holidays, Caltrans has offered a few suggestions to the millions of drivers who are set to hit the Golden State.
Caltrans has urged drivers to exercise caution when using California roads
Caltrans has urged the millions of drivers who are set to enter the state of California to exercise extreme caution when driving in the Golden State. The state institution has noted that drivers should follow several easy steps to ensure they move around the state in a safe manner. These suggestions include:
- Antifreeze – Be sure to double-check your radiator fluid and add antifreeze if needed.
- Windshield wipers – Replace old wipers and consider adding a winter formula windshield wiper fluid to help de-ice.
- Tires – ensure that the tires on your car are properly inflated to reduce drag on the road and avoid any potential issues.
- Tire Chains – Before even thinking about leaving the house, ensure that your tire chains are in your vehicle and are the correct size for your tires.
Caltrans has offered a few more suggestions to make driving this winter safer
As the vast majority of the United States will be covered in snow for the next few months, Caltrans has urged drivers to remember to keep extra blankets, batteries for flashlights, and a few non-perishable food items in their cars at all times, just in case the snow gets a little too much and you are stuck in your car for a while.
As the US is set to be covered in snow for the next few months, Caltrans has urged drivers to remember the following:
- Allow for extra time – Caltrans has urged drivers to leave the house a little bit earlier than planned to allow for safe travels on California roads.
- Make sure you have an icescraper – Ensure that you have an icescraper in your car to remove any excess ice.
- Black Ice – Be sure to stay alert and check the road ahead for signs of black ice, which can be deadly.
- Cruise Control – Do not make use of the cruise control feature on your car, as this often allows drivers to become distracted and reduces reaction time while driving.
Be sure to check the Caltrans website for additional safety tips
While these are only a few tips to make driving in California this winter a little bit safer, the official suggestions from Caltrans outline in detail the tips and tricks that may make driving on America’s icy roads this winter slightly safer. Another suggestion would be to remember the new speed limits on the Interstate that were recently implemented. Caltrans is hoping for everyone to have a safe drive to their holiday destinations this year through the safety tips it has now suggested. Driving can often be a dangerous task, but if you follow the simple steps suggested by Caltrans, this year will be the safest yet.