Snow and ice can make driving unpredictable. According to the US Department of Transportation, 24 percent of weather-related accidents occur due to snow, ice or slush, and more than 1,300 people are ...

In snow and slush and on icy roads ... Drivers tend to judge winter traction based on how easily a car's wheels spin when they push the throttle. Does the car wiggle, fishtail, or feel unstable?

Many neighborhoods around Puget Sound woke up to a fresh layer of snow on the roads on Wednesday, including downtown Seattle ...

Check your lights are clear of snow and are working. If you drive a manual vehicle, use second gear to pull away, lifting the clutch gently to avoid wheel spin. Stay in a higher gear for better ...