Green Flag Warn Drivers To Be Aware Of The Weather
Published: 07/02/08
The UK is generally mild, so when cold or stormy weather comes it can make a dramatic difference to how car drivers are able to get around. It also makes driving conditions very different to what they are used to. This is why Green Flag are taking time to make drivers aware of steps to take that can make a journey much safer.
Green Flag have plenty of experience that motorists can benefit from and it can certainly pay to listen since accidents at this time of year are much more prevalent and can cost in both financial and other ways. As the cold snap takes hold drivers are being advised to listen to the weather forecasts, especially the local ones, set off earlier than normal to account for slower travel times and also be wary in areas that are kept in shade since black ice can linger there.
Wet and icy roads also mean stopping distances are much longer than normal so allowing extra distance to the car in front is a very sensible precaution to take. Should a car struggle mechanically in the cold conditions Green Flag suggest it is always wise to carry warm clothing in the car plus a flask and some chocolate.