People can't drive (in winter)

I just wanted to get this out there. People can't drive in general too, but winter is the worst. If you don't get snow, you should try going somewhere with it and go for a drive. It is fun, but sometimes unpredictable.

If you are afraid to drive in the winter do one of these things:
1. Don't drive... take a bus or some shit. Get a friend or family member to drive.
2. Buy something with 4x4/4WD/AWD, please
3. Drive slower.... but please do it when no one else is on the road, and stay in the right lane when not making a left turn.
4. Live somewhere that doesn't have snow/ice.
5. Take lessons. Yes, winter driving lessons. My aunt did it and she loved it. She is kind of a technical person (for someone in a non-tech field), so that may be part of why she enjoyed it. But you also learn lots from what I hear.
6. Get winter tires at least!

Note: 4x4/4WD/AWD does NOT help you stop any faster/better! (technically gearing down can, but that is only at higher speeds and not very fast).


Here are some useful links for info on driving and winter driving from How Stuff Works:
How Anti-Lock Brakes Work:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/anti-lock-brake.htm

How tire traction works:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/tire3.htm

Winter driving tips:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/winter-safety-driving-tips2.htm