Tips on Avoiding Mountain Driving Mishaps

With the weather getting warmer at the start of Spring, road trips may be in your near future. If you're going to be driving through mountain terrain, make sure to check out our tips below on how to stay alert and out of danger!

Winding mountain roads can be narrow, with dramatic curves that make it difficult to see what’s around the next bend. As a result, it’s important to take some extra precaution:

• Stay on your side of the road, and give some extra space between your vehicle and others that you’re following, since sudden stops can strike at any time.
• Mind the posted speed limits, and look for signs that warn you about the steep grades that may lie ahead.
• Avoid wrecks with wildlife by keeping an eye out for animals, especially at night.
• Make sure that you have enough gas if you’re traveling through remote areas.
• If you’re driving slowly to soak in the scenery, pull over to let faster-moving traffic pass.
• Only pass slower-moving traffic when you’ve got a clear view of the road ahead. Never pass another car on a blind curve, or when your visibility is compromised.

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