We’re driving instructors – here are our tips for driving this winter

DRIVING INSTRUCTORS have shared tips for driving on snow and ice this winter that could save you £1,000 in repairs.

Research has shown that 46% of UK motorists feel anxious about driving in winter weather.

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Car experts at Bill Plant Driving school have shared five tips all motorists should be aware of this winter.

The most important tip is to think about your stopping distance.

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When a road surface becomes icy, it takes much longer for your car to stop.

For this reason, you should leave a gap between you and the car in front of up to 10 times the normal recommended braking distance.

It’s also worth knowing what to do if your car starts to slide.

You should remove your foot from the accelerator and steer the wheel in the direction of the skidding vehicle.

If the vehicle is sliding to the left, steer to the left.

This will help bring the vehicle into a straight line and out of the skid.

When driving in snow, you should drive in as high a gear as possible, even if you’re driving at a slower speed.

Remember to drive for the conditions – speed limits are the maximum in ideal driving conditions.

The car experts also advise using fog lights only when it’s necessary.

Fog lights are installed to make your vehicle more visible in poor visibility conditions such as fog, heavy rain or snow.

If visibility is less than 100 metres, put your fog lights on.

But, remember to switch them off when visibility improves, as this could land you a £50 fine.