Winter Travel Advice from the Highways Agency

WITH WINTER officially arriving in the form of snow and ice (the photo shows the scene in Hedon at 7am this morning), then motorists should heed the advice on the Highways Agency website:

Don't just drive, prepare.

Putting aside ten minutes to plan your journey before you set off could make all the difference. Check your planned route at http://www.highways.gov.uk/traffic/traffic.aspx where you can find up-to-date traffic information. You should also check your vehicle is ready for the drive by checking the condition of your tyres as well as making sure your windscreen and lights are clean.

As you pack your gifts, for a long winter journey, you should pack your emergency kit in your car. This simple array of everyday household items could be your salvation if you get caught out by adverse weather conditions on the journey. You only need to pack it once at the beginning of the season leaving you with one less thing to worry about this winter.

So whenever you plan to drive this season, make time for winter.