Fender benders are common when roads become slick in Northeast Ohio. From slush to black ice to white-out conditions, accidents can be hard to avoid, but understanding how your car handles and best practices in inclement weather can help reduce the risk.
Keep the following in mind as Akron, Hudson, Stow and Streetsboro area drivers face the worst of winter driving:
- Increase the distance between you and the car in front of you. When roads are slick, expect to need twice the amount of distance to stop.
- Brake before you reach a curve in the road and accelerate after you have completed the turn and straightened the wheel. Your best control is braking and accelerating in a straight line.
- If you begin to slide, DO NOT try to brake hard. Instead continue to steer in the direction you want to go and attempt to regain control.
- Understand your vehicle’s features—anti-lock braking systems will work for you if you begin to slide. Do not pump your brakes, but hold your foot firmly on the brake pedal until the pulsing stops and the brakes engage.
- Four-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicles do not help you stop faster or skid less. Take the same precautions while driving in slippery conditions as you would with a standard front-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicle.
Despite these tips, slick winter roads will likely find you needing auto repairs in Hudson, Ohio. Whether you need collision repair, engine repair, or body work, Hudson Collision has the services you are looking for. With I-Car certified technicians, Hudson Collision provides everything from full collision repairs with computer measuring to dent repair and auto body paint work.
If you have experienced auto accident damage anywhere in Summit County, contact Hudson Collision for an estimate, or click here for more information about their services.