DRIVING IN BAD WEATHER
It’s always best to avoid driving in very bad weather if at all possible, but if you do need to take to the road…
Plan your route carefully, avoiding dangerous roads and regions. Google Street View can be very useful when you are planning your journeys. Decrease your speed.
Look further ahead up the road for potential hazards (4).
Stopping distances increase in standing water, ice or snow, so leave significantly greater distances between you and the vehicle in front. We recommend turning the two-second rule into the three- or four-second rule.
Make all driving inputs, such as steering and braking, more gentle and gradual than you normally would.
If your wheels lock when braking, ease off the brake and try carrying out the procedure again – gently.
Keep your lights on all the time, but only use fog lamps when it’s foggy.
Check your windscreen wiper blades and ensure that your washer bottle is filled with a suitable mixture for the temperatures that are expected.
If you experience a lot of wheel spin, consider setting off in second gear.
ink about fitting your motorhome with winter tyres – and bear in mind that this is a legal requirement in some European countries. A minimum of 4mm tyre tread is recommended.
Carry a pair of traction mats with you, to provide added grip in slippery conditions. You can find them online for around £20, made by companies including Fiamma.
Take a good-quality de-icer spray and pack a windscreen cover, so you can avoid all of that unnecessary windscreen chiselling in the morning!