--- title: The Onspot Blog – International | Winter driving tips description: Winter driving tips | The International Onspot Blog image: https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Assets/img/preview-image.png --- [![](https://www.onspot.com/imagevault/publishedmedia/ewjmu1x672ip2pj4oovu/Onspot_Logo.png)](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/) - [Why Onspot](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/why-onspot/) - Knowledge - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/overview/) - [Ways to increase traction](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/ways-to-increase-traction/) - [For fleet managers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-fleet-managers/) - [For drivers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-drivers/) - [For mechanics](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-mechanics/) - [Rules & regulations](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/rules--regulations/) - [Knowledge centre](https://knowledge.onspot.com/knowledge-centre-for-winter-driving-and-traction) - The product - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/overview/) - [Testimonials](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/testimonials/) - [FAQ](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/faq/) - [Documents, manuals and brochures](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/documents-manuals-brochures/) - [Tech specs](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/tech-specs2/) - [Spare parts](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/spare-parts/) - [Configurator](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/configurator/) - About us - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/overview/) - [History](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/history/) - [News & Press releases](https://intblog.onspot.com/news-press-releases) - Blog - [Blog articles](https://intblog.onspot.com/) - [All about automatic snow chains](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/all-about-automatic-snow-chains) - [Traction aid for heavy vehicles](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/traction-aid-for-heavy-vehicles) - Find us - [For Dealers & Service](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/for-dealers--service/) - [Events](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/events/) - [E-Training](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/training/) - [English](https://onspot.com/?s=false) - [Contact us](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/contact-us/) # [The Onspot Blog](https://intblog.onspot.com/) #### : **Winter driving tips** [×](https://intblog.onspot.com/) ## [School Bus Drivers - Being Prepared for Winter Driving](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-drivers-being-prepared-for-winter-driving) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), November 4, 2021 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Bus%20with%20Onspot%20on%20winter%20road%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-drivers-being-prepared-for-winter-driving) As the leaves begin to turn colors and the air turns crisp, we are reminded that winter and the inclement weather it brings with it is just around the corner. What can be done to prepare for this? Read on to learn more. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-drivers-being-prepared-for-winter-driving) ## [Traction Devices Explained](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-devices-explained) [Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), November 26, 2020 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Suburb%20road%20with%20snow%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-devices-explained) Traction devices allow you to travel safely on slippery roads and in adverse weather conditions. Safety is the #1 reason for equipping your vehicle with a traction device. A close #2 is these devices allow drivers to stay on-time with their routes. Most people who use traction devices to navigate in less than optimal conditions because it's their job. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-devices-explained) ## [How do commercial drivers succeed in today's trucking industry?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-do-commercial-drivers-succeed-in-todays-trucking-industry) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), December 26, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Commercial%20Onspot%20Driver%20Comming%20Home%204-3%20640x.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-do-commercial-drivers-succeed-in-todays-trucking-industry) Being a driver of a commercial vehicle today demands a lot. You must be a skilled driver and good at finding your way to the delivery destination. You must also always make your deliveries at the correct place and at the correct time. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-do-commercial-drivers-succeed-in-todays-trucking-industry) ## [Operations in snow and ice: A challenge for fleet managers](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), October 31, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Mercedes%20BIC%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) My position as Western Regional Sales Manager for Onspot gives me the opportunity to meet with fleet managers in my territory. Whether I am at a trade show or at the customers location providing training or a fleet review these individuals always talk about challenges that come up and how they are resolved. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) ## [Tips on how to drive during winter!](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) [Eric Carlebom](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-carlebom-int), March 21, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Truck_icyroad_bridge%20640x%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) Experienced driver or beginner, driving on snowy and icy roads is a risky situation for everyone. These risks, however,can be reduced by applying the following advice. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) ## [Have you activated your Onspot lately?](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), February 21, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Fleet%20Manager%20Explaining%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) **How does the system work…** is a question that is often asked by new owners of vehicles equipped with the Onspot automatic tire chains.  When I hear this same question asked by those who have had the system for a month or more it grabs my attention.  The best way to properly maintain the system and understand how it works is to use it. This is how! [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) ## [Slippery roads -Why do bridges freeze faster than roads?](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), December 6, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Bridge%20that%20freezes%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) We should pay special attention to bridges and overpasses when driving in temperatures around the freezing point. Over the years we have heard that bridges may be icy while the road is not. We have also seen signs posted before bridges and overpasses which state this for safety reasons. This condition however is an important one that should be given some consideration. So how could the bridge be icy when the road is not? Here’s why. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) ## [Tips for black ice - look, listen and react](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), November 29, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Environment/Black%20ice%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) The first winter storm of the season often catches many of us by surprise. Soon most of us will have had  our first big burst of winter weather. The snow-covered roads and plow trucks are an obvious indicator that we should be vigilant while driving. But what about when ice is present without these visual cues? Black ice is the winter threat many of us fail to observe until it’s too late.  [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) ## [Road Friction; What is it?](https://intblog.onspot.com/road-friction-what-is-it) [Maritza Hernandez](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/maritza-hernandez), September 17, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/6a00d83451b3c669e201b8d1b06287970c-800wi-517442-edited.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/road-friction-what-is-it) **Friction and traction are key to avoid sliding vehicles and spinning wheels.** Friction is defined as the rubbing of one object or surface against another. The friction between your vehicles’ tires and the road will determine maximum acceleration and minimum stopping distance. The force of friction depends on the force pushing the objects or surfaces together and the coefficient of friction. The coefficient of friction is the relationship between the force required to move the surfaces against each other and the pressure to stay in contact while in motion. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/road-friction-what-is-it) ## [Touring in the winter landscape](https://intblog.onspot.com/touring-in-the-winter-landscape) [The Haaks](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/the-haaks), March 7, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Environment/1.Stoten_mountains_Bha.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/touring-in-the-winter-landscape) Guest Blog, no 2 from the Haaks After quite some vacation we’re on tour again! In a way, the winter is our favourite season when we perform in the different ski resorts, and the audiences are always wonderful. Our first week of the tour was spent in the classical hotel [Sälens Högfjällshotell](http://www.hogis.se/en), in Sweden. The sun was shining, the slopes were filled with skiers, and already by four o’clock, the after ski was crowded with partygoers. A very special thing about this week was us co-arranging a corporate event, resulting in 250 happy hairdressers on the show. 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