Icy roads are an unfortunate part of winter. To reduce the danger to you and your loved ones when driving in these conditions, the team at Dallas Collision Center would like to share a few tips on correcting a slide.
Reducing your speed when the roads are icy is important to prevent sliding in the first place. If you do find yourself starting to slide, take your foot off the gas. Do not slam on the brakes, however, because that can reduce your control of the vehicle even further. By keeping your tires spinning freely, you have a better chance of regaining control.
Make small steering motions into the slide in an attempt to straighten out the vehicle. Once you have control, you can apply the brakes to come to a stop in a safe location. The best way to correct a slide is to avoid it altogether, so consider investing in high-quality winter tires and reducing your speed when you have to drive in icy conditions.