How to drive on the highway in winter
In just two weeks, there were two collisions and several minor bumps on the A4 motorway. Two people died and several dozen were injured. It is useful to know how to drive on the highway in winter so as not to get into an accident.
Top tips from experts for the most common 
Risks on highways in winter include:
1. Adjust your speed to the road conditions.
The tip, repeated like a mantra by the cops, becomes especially relevant on quality roads - motorways and expressways, where the speed limit is higher, and recently increased by another 10 km / h. Higher speed limits and good road quality make drivers more vigilant. However, in winter, under difficult road conditions, let's drive more slowly, more than usual, the distance from the vehicle in front.
2. Brake earlier than usual.
Remember that depending on the total mass of the car, the braking distance increases by several tens of meters when driving fast. Keep a safe distance from other vehicles and depress the brake pedal in a timely manner. The advice becomes especially important in winter, when the surface of even the best quality roads can be slippery.
3. Don't get used to the speed and lack of obstacles on the highway or highway.
Driving on a motorway without sharp curves or crosswalks is definitely different from driving on other roads. When leaving the motorway, remember to be extra careful and adapt to new conditions and traffic rules.
