Organisation: IAM RoadSmart
Date uploaded: 26th October 2011
Date published/launched: October 2011
This website provides information to help motorists prepare their cars and drive them safely during the winter months.
Tips include how to drive safely in rain, snow, ice, fog and wind – conditions drivers can expect in a typically unpredictable British winter. The site also contains traffic updates and weather forecasts.
The site also explains that:
• The rate of accidents among car users is 9.4% higher in winter months (November-February) than the normal monthly average.
• Slippery roads contributed to 20,003 road casualties in 2010, and related to 118 fatalities.
• Vision impaired by rain, sleet, snow, or fog contributed to 2,328 accidents in 2010, resulting in 3,318 casualties and 20 fatalities.
Caroline Holmes, IAM spokesperson, said: “When the weather’s bad motorists should always question whether they need to go out at all. Our website will help drivers make the right decision, prepare for winter and enjoy their driving, but do it safely.”
For more information contact:
IAM Driving Advice
T: 0845 126 8600