Each year, we all face the issue of treacherous winter weather making driving conditions dangerous for even the most experienced among us. Here at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Missoula, we recommend the use of a winter emergency kit carried in your car at all times. This can help keep you from getting stuck in snow or ice, leading to an even more dangerous scenario. What should you include in your auto kit for winter?
Salt is commonly used to remove snow and ice from roadways and driveways throughout the winter months, but this substance can leave damaged areas on the local landscape lasting into the warmer months of the year. Salt remains the best option for melting snow and ice by lowering the freezing point of frozen liquids and returning them to water, and not allowing traction to be gained.
Kitty litter made from clay is now seen as the best option for quickly gaining traction, as it is less damaging to the environment when a vehicle is trapped. Sand can also be added to improve your traction and grip, but like the kitty litter, it will not melt snow.
Make sure you don't get stuck in Missoula, MT this winter by contacting our showroom for details of how to construct your winter emergency kit.