The sight of snow on tree branches, ice on the ground and snow still on building tops makes for picturesque winter driving. The tranquillity of a winter picture won’t last long once you start sliding on the ice. Driving becomes much riskier when the weather turns cold, and the roads become icy.
The risk of Slide car (รถสไลด์, which is the term in Thai) is always there, no matter how cautious you are. If you’ve ever driven on ice and didn’t notice it until it was too late or encountered invisible black ice, you know how terrible it is—especially if you’re unsure how to stop your car.
Breathe deeply and do your best to adhere to the instructions provided.
What To Do If Your Vehicle Slide On Ice?
You might be tempted to respond to slipping on ice by applying more force to the brakes or steering more forcefully than you would under normal circumstances. However, you might have to fight these tendencies while on ice terrain. Consider these solutions if your vehicle becomes stuck in a drift on an icy road.
Stay Calm
Remaining composed may appear like an uphill battle when you experience your vehicle slipping on ice. Fortunately, you can lessen your negative reaction to panic by being prepared with knowledge of icy driving regulations. Breathe deeply. No problem.
Keep Off The Gas And Brake Pedals
Remember that you shouldn’t abruptly brake or accelerate if your vehicle begins to skid and loses traction. As tempting as it is, pressing down too hard on these pedals may send your car careening off the road.
Reduce Your Speed
To slow down without slamming on the brakes, shift your weight off the accelerator to even out your car’s balance, and then gently press down on the brakes to get traction again. Remember that if your car doesn’t have anti-lock brakes, you can restore control by slowly pumping the brake pedal instead of applying steady pressure.
Take It Easy
Avoid accelerating a skid or Slide car by avoiding sudden directional changes when driving on ice. Instead, steer the wheel with care. If you react too quickly, your vehicles could spin out the other way.
Get On The Slide!
To help centre your car and regain control, turn the steering wheel in the direction your vehicle is sliding. If you notice that your rear end is swaying to the left, gently turn the steering wheel in that direction to correct the situation. The wheel can be straightened after all components are in their proper places.
Conclusion
Driving on snowy or icy roads is quite risky. Keep your speed and direction under control if you must undertake the journey.
