Icy roads can cause you to lose tire traction even more so than when driving a car in the rain, making them one of the top causes of car accidents. A number of drivers lose control of their cars and get into accidents when the roads are icy. Sometimes, it is best to stay home or remain where you are until snow plows or road crews have done their work to melt the ice. If you get into a car accident on a snowy or icy road, you will certainly be late in arriving at your destination and since you can't always call in to work claiming a "snow day," our firm's car accident attorneys think that it is better to learn how to correctly drive in the snow. 
When you put your foot on the brake and hold it there, the ABS begins cycling -- you will feel pulses in the pedal or hear the system working. For icy roads, ease up slightly on the pedal until the pulsing happens only once a second. If your vehicle does not have ABS, you'll have to rely on the old-fashioned system: you. For non-ABS cars on a mixed-surface road, push the brake pedal hard until the wheels stop rolling, then immediately release the brake enough to allow the wheels to begin turning again. Repeat this sequence rapidly. This is not the same as "pumping the brake." Your goal is to have the tires producing maximum grip regardless of whether the surface is snow, ice or damp pavement. All-wheel drive (AWD) and electronic stability control can get you into trouble by offering a false sense of security. AWD can only help a vehicle accelerate or keep moving, but it can not help you go around a snow-covered turn, much less stop at an icy intersection.
Driving Safely On Icy Roads To Prevent Car Accidents
Sometimes you can't prevent crashes on icy roads because vehicle might be out of control, but there are ways you can be prepared. When it comes to icy roads, we believe that you have to be prepared for what is known as the coefficient of friction (a way of defining how “slippery” a surface is). The best way is to check the weather for the entire route you are driving if the forecast calls for any unusual conditions. Also be sure to properly maintain your vehicle's tires and visibility. If you are on a road is slippery, cannot see, and your tires are giving out, then you can imagine the slippery consequences. Technology can help, but it will not solve all the problems of icy roads. A few important features that you should know about when it comes to your car and icy roads are the "anti-lock brake system" (ABS) and "all-wheel drive" (AWD).
When you put your foot on the brake and hold it there, the ABS begins cycling -- you will feel pulses in the pedal or hear the system working. For icy roads, ease up slightly on the pedal until the pulsing happens only once a second. If your vehicle does not have ABS, you'll have to rely on the old-fashioned system: you. For non-ABS cars on a mixed-surface road, push the brake pedal hard until the wheels stop rolling, then immediately release the brake enough to allow the wheels to begin turning again. Repeat this sequence rapidly. This is not the same as "pumping the brake." Your goal is to have the tires producing maximum grip regardless of whether the surface is snow, ice or damp pavement. All-wheel drive (AWD) and electronic stability control can get you into trouble by offering a false sense of security. AWD can only help a vehicle accelerate or keep moving, but it can not help you go around a snow-covered turn, much less stop at an icy intersection.