Road Chivalry Is Dead

While driving home last week in the snow, I came to the conclusion that most people who have a license SHOULD NOT have one. I’ve yet to determine whether they are really are just without the necessary hand-eye coordination, or if they are simply inconsiderate of everyone else on the road. When the snow has made it so the lines on the road can’t be seen, one would think that it would be obvious that it is dangerous to pass other cars, let alone at 50 and in the right-hand lane. If your car has a manual transmission, as mine does, try to stay in the highest possible gear to prevent excess wheel spin. Also, DO NOT downshift to slow the car down. This is something that really should be done even in good weather conditions. Remember—it is much less expensive to replace worn brakes than to replace a clutch. Most sources say to turn the wheel in the direction of the spin, however, it is also important to learn to counter-steer to correct the slide. Driving in heavy snow conditions should always be avoided when possible, but you CAN be safe about it. When the news says that no one should be on the roads except for emergency vehicles, don’t be one of those people who thinks it is a mere suggestion and doesn’t apply to them.