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Driving In Snow And Ice_ 5 Quick Tips

We hope we donu2019t have to convince you to slow down on icy roads. No matter what kind of car or truck you own, the faster you go, the longer it takes to stop. That simple equation is magnified in snow or ice, the latter of which you might not always see (aka black ice). Even if you feel comfortable going the normal speed, at least slow down for those around you. Itu2019s common courtesy and expected.<br>Weu2019re New Jersey we take care of each other.<br>http://compactautobody.com/services/auto-painting/

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Driving In Snow And Ice_ 5 Quick Tips

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  1. DRIVING IN SNOW AND 5 QUICK TIPS ICE: Prepared by:www.compactautobody.com

  2. INTRODUCTION Averaging nearly two feet of snowper year, New Jersey gets its fair share of winterweather. That’s not to mention ice andsleet, arguably more problematic thansnow. As great of a job as our state and local snow crews do, it’s inevitable that the roads will be a mess during andafter a winter storm. We know you have places to go, things to do and people to see even when it snows, so we’ll spare you the surefire safety tip of staying home. If you mustbeontheroadinwintryconditions,drive likethis: WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  3. 1. TAKE IT SLOW Wehopewedon’thavetoconvinceyoutoslowdownonicyroads. Nomatterwhatkindofcarortruckyouown,thefasteryougo,the longer it takes to stop. That simple equation is magnified in snow orice,thelatterofwhichyoumightnotalwayssee(akablackice). Even if you feel comfortable going the normal speed, at least slow downforthosearoundyou.It’scommoncourtesyandexpected. We’re New Jerseyans; we take care of eachother. WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  4. 2. KEEP IT MOVING Theunderstatedbenefitingoingslowisthatyouwon’tneedto stop as frequently. It’s much more difficult to accelerate from a completestoponicyorsnow-coveredpavement,andtheriskof skidding is real. Try to maintain an uninterrupted pace, even ifit means coming to a crawl to let a light ahead turn green. And whatever you do, avoid stopping on a hill. Pick up momentum (albeit slow) as you approach the incline, and then climb at the needed speed until you’re past thetop. WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  5. 3. DON’T OVERCOMPENSATE Skidding on ice is scary—but if you’re driving slowly, there’s no needtopanic.It’snottheinitialskidthatsendsacarcareening, but more so a panicked response by the driver. Instead of slammingonyourbrakesortryingto steer,keepyourpoisefora few seconds. If it’s a front-wheel skid, all you need to do is release the accelerator slowly and let the car come to a stop. If it’s arear-wheelskid,you’llwanttoturnthewheelslightlytothe side that is skidding. Again, this is all assuming you’re driving slowly andcautiously. WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  6. 4. DON’T RELY ON TECHNOLOGY Cars are equipped with phenomenal technology these days, from four-wheel and all-wheel drive to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) features such as blind spot monitor, lane assistand adaptive cruise control. But when the roads are dangerous, technologywillonlytakeyousofar.Youneedtobehyper-awareof your surroundings and anticipate hazards, rather than simply reactingtothem.Eachsafedrivermakeseveryoneelse ontheroad a little safer,too. WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  7. 5. MAINTAIN YOUR VEHICLE Aboveall,winterisanespeciallyimportanttimetokeepyourcarin top shape. Have your tires checked, and consider snow tires. Make sure your lights are working properly. The windshield, windshield wipers, brakes, defroster, radiator…They all need to be in the best possible condition. You can’t control the weather, but you can control your carmaintenance. If you’re ever in a collision or have been holding off on repairs that you know you need, bring your vehicle directly to one of Compact AutoBody’stwoNJlocations.Don’tworry,we’llcommunicatewith yourinsureronyourbehalf.Justcomeonbyandletustakecareof therest. WWW.COMPACTAUTOBODY.COM

  8. ABOUT COMPACTAUTO BODY TrustCompactAutoBodytorepairyourTeslawithcertifiedparts,experienced mechanics and honestpricing.

  9. OUR LOCATIONS MATAWAN 279 Main Street,Matawan, NJ07747 Phone Number:732-583-6566 FAX:732-583-6566 MIDDLETOWN 660 Route35,Middletown, NJ07748 Phone Number:732-671-1331 FAX:732-706-0332

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