Are you ready for winter?

Winter driving safety tips
Long, winter drives can be unpredictable. Don't get left out in the cold…

• Always double-check weather conditions before you leave.
• Consider purchasing a recent map of the area you are travelling to
• Take a cell phone with you and make sure you charge it the night before your trip
• Clear all snow and ice from your windows
• Give yourself some extra time so that you are not tempted to speed to make it to your destination at a certain time
• Always keep your gas tank at least half-full 
•  If you don't have them already, invest in a good set of winter tires

You should also invest in a winter survival kit.
Leave it in your car at all times. A good starter kit includes:

• A first-aid kit, drinking water and non-perishable foods such as energy bars or nuts
• A shovel, a bag of sand and a tow rope or chain
• Ice scraper, snow brush and extra windshield washer antifreeze
• Warm clothes, blankets and a flashlight with extra batteries
• Booster cables and flares or warning reflectors

To keep your car in peak condition, you should also visit a service centre or garage regularly and commit to doing your own checks on a regular basis (lights, windows, tire pressure).