winter driving

  • Winter driving is here; know what to do before you travel, if you're in a crash
    By Sgt. Troy Christianson, Minnesota Highway Patrol
    January 03, 2023
    Question:  How do you determine if your tires are unsafe for winter driving? Answer:  Over the years, I have investigated numerous crashes where worn tires were a contributing factor. Tires with inadequate tread depth may cause your vehicle to skid or slide out of control on a slippery or wet road surface. It is important to remember that unsafe tires can hydroplane on both wet and snow covered…
  • Winter driving conditions require drivers to use extra caution; permit to carry question answered
    By Sgt. Troy Christianson, Minnesota Highway Patrol
    December 10, 2019
    In the past five years, officers reported snowy or icy road conditions in more than 79,569 crashes (2014-2018). These crashes resulted in 214 traffic deaths and 20,761 injuries. During the winter, it’s important to drive at safe speeds according to road conditions, and give yourself plenty of travel time. State law requires the use of headlights when precipitation is present. Increase stopping…
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