Preparation Can Prevent Emergencies Roadside<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter driving can be treacherous \u2013 and avoiding travel when conditions are nasty is the best idea \u2013 but when travel can\u2019t be put off, taking some simple precautions can turn a potential roadside emergency into a mere delay \u2013 and you might be able to help out a fellow traveler too.<\/p>\n\n\n
The best backup is one you don\u2019t have to think about. The only thing more valuable than the peace of mind emergency roadside assistance service can provide is the help itself. Roadside assistance plans that cover towing\/winching, emergency fluid or battery replacement, and tire changes can pay for themselves in just one call. When shopping (or evaluating your current service) be sure to look for the distance covered by your tow plan. The cheapest roadside assistance plans may ask for lots more cash if you need to go more than 3-5 miles. Towbusters roadside assistance<\/a>, which you can get at Acceptance Insurance, covers up to 25 miles of towing, and has other great features. Bonus points for getting Towbusters Plus, which can pay you back for some red light and speeding tickets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s also a good idea to let others know your travel plans when you\u2019re heading out in uncertain weather. Carrying a battery charger for your cellphone is a great idea \u2013 carrying a battery charger for your car is even better \u2013 they even make devices that do both.<\/p>\n\n\n No matter how short you think your drive may be, having supplies that will keep you safe and warm for hours at the ready is key. Keeping emergency blankets, extra hats, gloves, and making sure you\u2019ve got sturdy boots in case you need to trudge to safety are all important. Consider having some water and snacks in the car, too. Bonus points for keeping a high-visibility vest in the car so you can be seen at night.<\/p>\n\n\n All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive don\u2019t give you more grip on snowy or icy roads. Snow tires are the best way to help you stay on the road in the winter, but can be expensive. Tire chains are a great compromise \u2013 and new plastic-metal hybrids are lightweight and inexpensive. Talk to an expert about the solution that is best for your vehicle and needs. Keeping kitty litter or road salt in the car is a classic DIY solution when you\u2019ve got a tire or two on an icy patch \u2013 but a more versatile solution would be snow traction mats. Bonus points for carrying a shovel, and extra bonus \u2018dad\u2019 points for keeping matches, a candle and an old coffee can (for melting snow). Winching service \u2013 where your car gets pulled back on the road and you can keep driving \u2013 is the ultimate fix in this scenario (and is part of Towbusters coverage.)<\/p>\n\n\n Technology like traction control, anti-lock brakes, and all-wheel\/4-wheel drive are helpful, but often provide a false sense of security. If you\u2019re not used to driving in snow or ice, go slowly. Practice in an open parking lot where you can\u2019t do any damage. Driving on ice and snow is dangerous \u2013 but with practice and preparation you can enjoy all that winter has to offer. Stay safe, stay covered!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Preparation Can Prevent Emergencies Roadside Winter driving can be treacherous \u2013 and avoiding travel when conditions are nasty is the best idea \u2013 but when travel can\u2019t be put off, taking some simple precautions can turn a potential roadside emergency into a mere delay \u2013 and you might be able to help out a fellow […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":163,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/194"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=194"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/194\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":197,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/194\/revisions\/197"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/163"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=194"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=194"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.acceptanceinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=194"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Protect Yourself From The Elements<\/h3>\n\n\n
Get A Grip<\/h3>\n\n\n
You Can\u2019t Be Too Careful<\/h3>\n\n\n