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What's the best way to control your vehicle when driving on snow?

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Keep the engine revs high and spin the wheels

Drive in your vehicle's lowest gear

Keep the engine revs high and slip the clutch

Drive slowly, in a higher gear than normal

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Drive slowly, in a higher gear than normalThis was the right answer

Driving slowly will give you better control of your vehicle. By using a high gear, you reduce the chance of your wheels spinning and skidding on the snow.

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Rule 231Highway Code rule · Unresponsive steering may signal ice; drive slowly in a suitable high gear and brake and steer gently.

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