Motorists aren’t properly preparing for winter

We all know that Britain as a whole is woefully under prepared for the snow we seem to be getting more frequently in winter but motorists are risking the need of costly breakdown recovery by not preparing enough for winter according to research from Mannheim Auctions.

A lot of drivers aren’t carrying essential items such as jumps leads, warm clothing and a shovel. This is especially true in the snow. However, it seems motorists are properly stocking up on some things as 89% say they ensure their screen wash is full and 80% carry an ice scraper. It’s important to ensure that levels of anti freeze and water are as they should be. Many of us caravanners don’t see winter as an obstacle to getting out in our caravans so it’s something we should remember too.

De-Icer can come in very handy too. Just remember not to make the same mistake as me and keep it inside the car when the locks freeze up…

Whilst nobody’s suggesting we’re going to be getting the same sorts of winters they get in North America or Scandinavia, it’s important to be prepared for the possibility of being stuck in traffic or snow for prolonged periods.

This article was provided by The Caravan Club