Accidents happen during any season. However, winter, unfortunately, is a very common time for accidents because of the hazardous conditions snow and ice cause on the road. Not to mention, not everyone is an excellent winter driver, which means others may cause an accident on the road. It’s important to know how to prevent an accident on hazardous roads. 

1. Update Insurance Policy  
One of the main things an Albany, NY drivers should do in order to prepare for winter is update their insurance policy. The roads become more hazardous, which leads to more accidents. It’s an excellent time for a driver to update his or her policy to include full tort. This way his or her vehicle is covered in addition to the other party’s.  

2. Drive Slower 
A driver needs to adjust his or her speed based on the road conditions. Ultimately, the driver needs to slow down to be able to handle the car more optimally in winter weather.  

3. Don’t Slam on the Brakes 
Although the driver may feel the need to slam on the brakes to prevent sliding, this isn’t a good idea; it’s how the car will continue to slide out of control. 

4. Watch Other Drivers
Just because a person can handle his or her vehicle in the snow doesn’t mean other drivers on the road can. Wintertime is the ideal time to become more aware of others on the road. If a driver doesn’t already practice driving defensively, he or she should begin doing so in winter.  

To learn more about tips for driving in winter or to update a current policy or purchase a new one, contact NY Twin Bridges Insurance Agency, serving the Albany, NY area, at 518-608-5797.