Ten things for winter-driving virgins to know before hitting snowy roads

Michael Roberts January 31, 2014 6:50AM

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Number 4: Before moving your car, clean snow, ice or dirt from the windows

Also clear the forward sensors, headlights, tail lights and backup camera.

Number 3: Make sure your windshield wipers work and replace worn blades

Consider installing heavy-duty winter wipers if you live in an area that gets a lot of snow and ice.

Continue to keep counting down the ten things for winter-driving virgins to know before hitting snowy roads.

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Michael Roberts has written for Westword since October 1990, serving stints as music editor and media columnist. He currently covers everything from breaking news and politics to sports and stories that defy categorization.

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