Checklist and Tips for Safe Winter Driving

If you like warmer weather, unfortunately it seems like we'll have a bit more winter weather to deal with here in Loudoun County and Northern Virgina before the dog days of summer.

Here's a handy checklist of tips to keep your car in tip-top shape through the remaining days of winter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Among the suggestions:

• Check your battery.
• Check your cooling system.
• Check your windshield wipers and defrosters.
• Inspect your tires.
• Know your car - and pay attention to it. If it acts differently, check it out.
• Plan your travel and route to keep yourself and others safe.
• Stock your vehicle with any supplies you might need in an emergency.
• Learn what to do in a winter emergency.
• Remember to always wear your seat belt.
• Do not text or engage in any other activities that may distract you while driving.

Check out the complete list on this PDF from the SaferCar.gov website.

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