At Sill-TerHar Mazda, we want to make sure you are ready for winter driving in Broomfield, CO, and beyond. This means you need to be prepared for some emergency situations, including hitting an icy patch. It's best to try to avoid this altogether by slowing down when there is ice on the road, but sometimes, it may catch you by surprise.
Although your first instinct is probably to slam on the brakes and yank the steering wheel away from the direction you're sliding in, you should do the opposite. Do not brake, and turn the wheel in the direction of the slide. In other words, if the back of your car is sliding right, turn right.
When your car starts to straighten, you should straighten the steering wheel as well. During this process, you must be careful not to overcorrect. Remain calm and steer carefully.
