Driving in adverse weather conditionsRule 231

Driving Safely on Icy Roads

Drive extremely carefully when the roads are icy. Avoid sudden actions as these could cause loss of control. You should

💡Example

When roads are icy, you must drive very slowly and smoothly, avoiding any sudden braking, steering or acceleration that could make you skid. For example, on a frosty winter morning, you gently press the brake well in advance of a junction and steer gradually around a bend, instead of braking hard or turning sharply at the last moment.

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