Several inches of snow have fallen and snowplows in your area are working hard to make roads and sidewalks passable for motorists and pedestrians? It\u2019s best not to drive during a snow removal operation. But if you need to hit the road, the team at Certified Auto Repair is here to remind you to exercise caution. Follow these tips for safe vehicle handling near snowploughs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay in their field of vision<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep a safe distance from snowblowers, graders or front-end loaders, as these massive vehicles have many blind spots. If you\u2019re too close, you may not be visible to the driver. Stay in their line of sight to avoid an unfortunate accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t pass on the right<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re in a hurry, you may feel tempted to whip past a snow removal vehicle on the right side. In addition to snow, the machine may shoot debris like stones, branches and pieces of ice, which can be especially dangerous for you and your passengers. Patience is your best option, even if it means you arrive at your destination a few minutes late.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Passing on the left very carefully<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s never a good idea to overtake a plough during snow clearing because you don\u2019t know the state of the road ahead of the plough. But if you do choose to pass, be sure to exercise all safety precautions. The space should be wide enough for you to overtake. Then, wait until you are far enough ahead before returning to the right lane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n