Seasonal Advice

Spring
Time for a spring clean after winter's neglect

Summer
Coping with the heat and avoiding a breakdown

Autumn
Can you see and be seen?

Winter
Coping with cold and ice, snow and floods

Winter checklist
Put an emergency kit in the boot now ...... just in case.

Accidents involving deer
Peak in May, October and November around dawn and dusk. Take extra care, particularly in Deer hotspots.

Muddy car parks
Coping when rain strikes at a summer event.

Daylight saving
Should we wind the clocks forwards for lighter evenings all year round?

Driving in fog
Slow down and be extra vigilant.

Driving in severe wind
Watch out for strong gusts and debris on the road.

Driving in floods and wet weather
Match your speed to the conditions.

Snow chains - fitting and using
Check the vehicle handbook before you buy.

Winter tyres in the UK
Time to consider specialist winter tyres for your car?

Winter breakdowns
Mostly, but not only, batteries.

Motorcycling
Winter safety advice from one of the AA's motorbike patrols