Safety features such as air bags, which inflate to protect you in a crash. Condition of used cars. If you buy a new car, carefully read the owner's manual, a good source of information on maintenance and safe operation. Water mixes with road oils, grease and dirt to make roads slippery. Also, your risk of hydroplaning is increased with speed.
Visibility is often impaired.
Turn on your lights. Use the defogger or air conditioner to keep windows and mirrors clear inside. SNOW Bridges and overpasses freeze first. Slow down and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction. Keep windows clear of snow and ice.