{"id":8008,"date":"2017-02-14T15:57:00","date_gmt":"2017-02-14T15:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/301webdemo.com\/oegema\/?p=8008"},"modified":"2026-02-06T05:11:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T05:11:27","slug":"planning-your-winter-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ona.ca\/blog\/planning-your-winter-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning your Winter Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Do you know what you need for your next winter road trip? It\u2019s important to be prepared for any road trip, especially if it takes place during the winter months.<\/p>

If you are planning an upcoming adventure, you\u2019ll want to make sure your vehicle is ready for any sort of Canadian weather! Here\u2019s what you should have in your vehicle:\u00a0<\/p>

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1.<\/strong>\u00a0Food & Water: items such as granola and energy bars that won\u2019t expire as well as bottled water that will not crack if frozen.\u00a0<\/p>

2.<\/strong>\u00a0Extra layers: it\u2019s handy to have extra sweaters or a few blankets stored in the vehicle.\u00a0<\/p>

3.<\/strong>\u00a0First Aid kit: make sure that is properly stocked!\u00a0<\/p>

4.<\/strong>\u00a0Shovel and snow scraper\/brush\u00a0<\/p>

5.<\/strong>\u00a0Sand, non-clumping kitty litter and\/ or salt\u00a0<\/p>

6.<\/strong>\u00a0Extra windshield washer fluid\u00a0<\/p>

7.<\/strong>\u00a0Whistle\/road flares\u00a0<\/p>

8.<\/strong>\u00a0Jumper cables and tow ropes\u00a0<\/p>

9.<\/strong>\u00a0Fire extinguisher\u00a0<\/p>

10.<\/strong>\u00a0Candle and matches You can find a printable version of this list on the\u00a0Government of Canada website<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What should you do in case you actually do get stuck?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The best thing to do is stay calm and follow these steps<\/strong>: \u2013 Try to stay calm and don\u2019t go out in the cold. Stay in your car: you will avoid getting lost and your car is a safe shelter. \u2013 Don\u2019t tire yourself out. Shoveling in the intense cold can be deadly. \u2013 Let in fresh air by opening a window on the side sheltered from the wind. \u2013 Keep the engine off as much as possible. Be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning and make sure the exhaust pipe is not obstructed by snow. \u2013 If possible, use a candle placed inside a deep can instead of the car heater to warm up. \u2013 Turn on warning lights or set up road flares to make your car visible. \u2013 Turn on the ceiling light; leaving your headlights or hazard lights on for too long will drain the battery. \u2013 Move your hands, feet, and arms to maintain circulation. Stay awake. \u2013 Keep an eye out for other cars and emergency responders. Try to keep clothing dry since wet clothing can lead to a dangerous loss of body heat. (Government of Canada, 2017).<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to drive safely in the winter?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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To stay out of trouble during your winter road trip, try to follow these winter driving best practices:<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Slow down and make sure you\u2019ve kept a safe distance between you and the vehicle\/stop\/traffic light ahead of you. \u2013 Closely monitor the weather and change your plans accordingly, we all know that Canadian weather can change on a dime! \u2013 Be cautious and try to avoid braking, turning, or accelerating on slippery surfaces when possible. \u2013 Be cautious and follow local weather reports for black ice. \u2013 Ensure that your vehicle is in proper working condition, this includes brake checks, working windshield wipers, and investing in winter tires. Having winter tires on your vehicle could even help you save on\u00a0auto insurance<\/a>. It\u2019s time to pack your bags; you are ready to hit the road!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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