Winter road safety: How to be careful this Christmas

Winter holds the most dangerous conditions for driving, and with the festive time upon us, everyone is out on the roads to get the newest gifts.

This time of year is a hotspot for issues on the road, spanning from:

• Black ice, with 10% of drivers claiming they have experienced skidding due to it
• Recently appearing potholes
• Flooding
• Fog

As winter sets in, driving conditions can become treacherous due to these conditions. Ensuring your safety and that of others on the road requires extra caution and preparation.

Drivers are advised to go through checks on their car before setting off to prevent risk of causing an accident, these checks include:

• Heating your window screen inside to defrost any ice
• Clean and replace damaged washer blades
• Clean and check lights
• Checking tire pressure
• Checking washer fluid
• Checking car battery

Almost a quarter of Brits claim they have had an accident due to winter weather conditions.

Drivers have been told to pay attention to weather warnings on the news and only drive when necessary in icy or snowing conditions.

The busy streets this time of year in the festive season also result in busy roads, where the hectic nature of Christmas can cause many people to drive recklessly and possibly cause an accident.

Drivers are advised to avoid rushing to their destination- arriving safe is the aim, giving yourself plenty of time during your drive.

By taking the time to prepare and driving cautiously, you can help ensure that your winter journeys are safe for you and everyone on the road.