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## warning! 

If you feel dizzy or drowsy while your vehicle is running, you may be experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning. Turn off the engine and get plenty of fresh air. 

Do you have the right equipment for winter conditions? 

• It’s extremely difficult to mount chains when you’re on a hill. Instead use a designated chain‑up area. 

• Ease off the brakes and then re‑apply them to maintain steering control if the wheels lock. 

• Slow down before entering curves and corners. Braking in curves may cause you to skid. 

• Use a low gear to go down hills that are icy. 

• Don’t use cruise control in icy or snowy driving conditions. 

• Allow extra space margins (including more following distance). 

• Avoid passing unless absolutely necessary. 

• Travel in the section of road with the least amount of snow or ice if you have more than one lane you can travel in. 

• Use a gentle, smooth steering motion. 

## Stranded or snowbound 

If you’re stranded in snow, stay with your vehicle unless you are absolutely sure you can reach help. 

If you decide to run the car to keep the interior warm, only do this for about five minutes every hour. You must be very cautious because the car could fill with carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause dizziness or drowsiness and even lead to death. Make sure you also check that the exhaust pipe and exhaust system are not blocked or damaged because this could cause increased leakage of carbon monoxide into the car. Keep one window slightly open at all times for fresh air. Make sure that at least one person stays awake at all times. 

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