Driving At Night - Oldsmobile INTRIGUE 2000 Owner's Manual

Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,
gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you'll
want to slow down and adjust your driving to these
conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery
surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and
vehicle control more limited.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or
braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower
gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide.
You may not realize the surface is slippery until your
vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning
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clues such as enough water, ice or packed snow on
the road to make a "mirrored surface"
when you have any doubt.
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Remember: Any anti lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only the braking skid.

Driving at Night

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and slow down
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to be
impaired
problems, or by fatigue.
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by alcohol or drugs, with night vision
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