What is the maximum speed limit on icy and snowy roads?
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The maximum speed on icy and snowy roads should not exceed 30km/h. Below are precautions for driving on icy and snowy roads: 1. Before driving on icy or snowy roads, carefully inspect the tread wear of the car tires. The tire tread patterns must be clearly visible, and the wear conditions of all tires should be roughly the same. Check the tire pressure to ensure it strictly complies with the standard. 2. Also, inspect the performance of the steering, transmission, and braking systems to ensure they are reliable. Specifically, conduct a braking test on the road to check if all wheels can be braked simultaneously and measure the braking distance of the car on icy or snowy roads. 3. When starting on icy or snowy roads, the drive wheels are prone to slipping and spinning. If snow chains are not installed, you can use the clutch semi-engagement method and gently press the accelerator pedal to attempt starting. Alternatively, you can use a gear one level higher than the normal starting gear, slowly release the clutch pedal, and moderately press the accelerator pedal. This allows the engine to output minimal power without stalling, reducing the torque on the drive wheels to adapt to the lower traction of icy and snowy roads, ensuring a smooth start.
I know this all too well. Last winter, I almost had an accident due to black ice on a long-distance drive. On icy or snowy roads, you absolutely cannot drive at the normal speed limit—traffic laws clearly state not to exceed 30 km/h. The key is to assess real-time conditions: 40 km/h might be manageable during light snowfall, but when encountering compacted ice or long downhill stretches, even 20 km/h requires full concentration. Three crucial reminders: maintain three times the usual following distance, avoid sudden steering movements, and learn to brake with gentle taps. Keeping a shovel and snow chains in the car is practical, especially for mountain roads. Remember, even if the car behind flashes its lights urging you to speed up, don’t—getting home safely is what matters most.
