Snow Advice: Complete winter driving guide
Skis? Check. Accommodation? Check. Ready to go, right? Not so fast! These snow tips could save you money, time and potentially your carIt's been absolutely bucketing down snow on the Australian alps in recent times – it even snowed on the beach in Tasmania!
With such good falls there's never been a better time to head to higher altitudes but before you race up to the snow there's a few things to be cognisant of.
Rather than just packing your skis, boards and snow gear, it pays to ensure your car is in good working order, particularly the tyres, brakes, windscreen wipers and air-conditioning.
As these short advice videos reveal, it's best to be well-prepared for all the issues that may arise from driving and parking in the snow requires and of course fitting snow chains.
Simple car-health tips to streamline your stay in the snow. Don't let the little things wreck a great winter holiday.
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Driving in wet weather can sometimes be challenging, but driving on ice and snow is even trickier and requires more attention and patience than usual.
Snow Advice: Tips for safe driving in the snow
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