• Viaje seguro en invierno
  • Adapte su vehículo para el invierno
  • Consejos para conducir en invierno
  • Personal and Vehicle Safety Kits
• Cold Weather Preparedness
• Flooding and FloodSafe Information

Take the time to make sure your vehicle is in good working order; it may save your life and the lives of those traveling with you. 

• Check the ignition, fuel, exhaust, and cooling systems.
• Check fluid levels - oil, antifreeze, windshield washer, etc.
• Check belts, brakes, tire pressure and tread (purchase snow tires if needed).
• Replace non-working lights, keep them clean.
• Replace worn wiper blades.

Remember:  Ice and Snow, Take it Slow – slower speed, slower acceleration, slower steering, and slower braking. 

• Drive with your headlights on.
• Keep your windows free of fog and grime.
• Drive for conditions. Do not get overconfident with four-wheel drive. It will not help you stop any faster.
• Winter road conditions often result in longer stopping distances. Drivers should allow additional room between their vehicle and other vehicles. 

More driving tips: Conducir en el invierno

In addition to snow and ice, you may travel through areas where flooding or landslides may pose a danger. Learn how to travel safely during these conditions.

Driving tips: Flood and Landslide Safety Tips

Before heading out on any trip - make sure to have these types of items in your vehicle safety kit in case you break down.

• ABC-type fire extinguisher
• Battery-operated radio and extra batteries
• Cat litter or sand for traction on ice and snow
• Chains
• Compass
• More items for your kit: Kit de seguridad para vehículos

A personal survival kit is also essential when out on the road whether it is a short trip or a long one. Keep items in airtight plastic bags inside a container and add other items you deem necessary.

• Blankets: Mylar and other
• Food: Choose whole grain cereals, nuts, energy bars and food with high liquid content; avoid food that makes you thirsty. Remember a manual can opener if you pack canned food.
• Water: 1 gallon per person, for a 24-hour period.  Write date on all food and water, replace every 6 months.
• More items for your kit: Personal Safety Kit