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Show Old Man Winter . Dangerous for Every Motorist Old Man Winter often prov-most prov-most dangerous for motorists during late November and early December, Robert D. Bailey, Vice President Traffic Safety, Utah Safety Council warned early this week. "During the next few weeks we can expect winter's worst storms, he cautioned. "Blizzards, sleet storms and Jb heavy snowfalls add up to ser- ious pitfalls for the driver whose car is not up to par for the most severe tests that winter win-ter can bring. "Traffic tie-ups, stalled abandoned aban-doned vehicles and skid-wrecks are common sights during weather. Much of this trouble and confusion can be traced to inadequate vehicle care and faulty judgment in driving. Bailey recommended that all ' vehicle owners check now on whether their cars can "take it" when the going gets really rough. "Batteries are 'dead ana lights failing to work when needed can be corrected, he pointed out. "Defrosters unable un-able to clear windshields ade-quated ade-quated can be repaired or replaced. Ignition, radiator, fan belts, carburetor, points and other engine parts can be checked to determine they are doing their work properly. Snow tires have proved their worth for added traction in snow, but some drivers still try to get by on regular tires. Reinforced tire chains are best for negotiating deep snow and glare ice, but some drivers still try to get through without them." , ... Bailey praised the highway 1 crews for their efforts during 2 the recent storms and predict-J predict-J ed their busiest hours this n season are yet to come. ' "Maintenance crews deserve motorists' cooperation in avoid ing all but the most urgent travel, allowing them to clear highways without being delayed delay-ed by stalled vehicles," he declared. de-clared. "Drivers on essential trips during severe snow and ice conditions must reduce speed drastically, put on tire chains I for needed traction, make sure Di their gas tanks are full, and St operate with extraordinary Be care, he added. "If it's late at De night, it may be much better Bill to stay overnight en route and Ar continue the journey in the .norning." |