Three Tips to Stay Safe on the Roads
Winter weather is upon us and for that reason we need to be aware of our driving habits. Here at Peel Regional Police we are lucky to have our Police Vehicle Operations (PVO) unit. The PVO team teaches both our officers and civilian employees tips and strategies to stay safe on the roads.
Our Adverse Driving Conditions 101 course is the basic level of collision avoidance. A car reacts based on the input of the driver. Learning how to navigate through a skid by properly using the Anti-lock Braking System (A.B.S.) will prevent you from losing control. Here are three tips you can use which will help you.
- Be sure to look two sets of traffic lights ahead.
- When poor traction conditions are present; steering, braking and acceleration must be smooth.
- Always maintain a good following distance.
The key to safe driving, avoiding a collision and regaining control of your car during a skid is to keep your eyes up and look where you want to go. We all need to practice good driving habits without being distracted. Make driving your priority while behind the wheel. Drive Safe.
To see us out on the track demonstrating these tips and explaining their importance, watch this video!
