Up 2 Speed Ltd Driver Training
 
 
 
     
  DRIVING TIPS  
 
 
  1. POWER Check your vehicle:- Petrol, Oil, Water, Electrics and Rubber   Winter Driving

Icy Conditions
 
   
2. Always ensure that your windows and mirrors are free of dew, ice or snow
   
3. In poor visibility display dipped headlights. Keep your lights clean front and rear
   
4. Keep more distance between you and the vehicle in front. Stopping distances are greater on wet and slippery roads. Up to 10 times on icy roads
   
5. Check out the weather forecast before undertaking journeys and plan your routes
   
6. Consider microclimates where the road is shaded
   
7. Treat your acceleration, braking and steering with respect to avoid skidding
   
8. Keep yourself warm and comfortable to aid concentration and give yourself a break every two hours
   
9. Consider carrying warm drinks, food, blanket and other equipment when travelling in potential snowy conditions
   
10. Keep in touch with friends and family to let them know your intended routes and arrival times
     
  DEALING WITH FLOODED ROADS  
 
 
  1. Keep your speed low   Flooded Roads  
   
2. Use first gear
   
4. Keep engine revs high – use the clutch to control speed
   
5. Keep towards the crown of the road or the part with the least water depth
   
6. Check your brakes when clear of the flooding
   
  DEEP FLOOD WATER CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE YOUR CATALYTIC CONVERTER
     
     
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