Protect Your Vehicle in a Freeze & Travel Safely

Winterize your vehicle:

    Check the battery.
    Check fluid levels.
    Check the windshield wipers, including making sure they have appropriate freeze-resistant fluid.
    Check the tire pressure and tire tread.
    Lubricate door and trunk locks to prevent freezing.

Emergency supplies drivers should keep in their vehicle:

Blankets/sleeping bags, extra clothing, gloves and a hat.
Cell phone, radio, flashlight and extra batteries.
First-aid kit and pocket knife.
High calorie, non-perishable food and bottled water.
Bag of sand or cat litter to provide traction for tires.
Windshield scraper, tool kit, booster cables, tow rope and a shovel.

Additional tips for staying safe while traveling during winter weather:

Purchase an all-hazards weather radio for up-to-date warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazard information.
Sign up for your local emergency notification system.
Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained before any trip, and keep your gas tank full.
On icy roads, drive slowly and increase distance required for stopping, and avoid using cruise control.
Watch for downed trees and power lines across roads. If power is out, treat all intersections as four-way stops.
Allow extra time when traveling in inclement weather.