Take the wheel with Carl Nadeau

Winter driving

Take the wheel with Carl

Time for a refresher on how to stay safe on the roads this winter! Michelin driving expert and professional race car driver Carl Nadeau shares some of his best tips.

Stopping

What’s the best way to stop in an emergency and just how much distance

should you give yourself? Carl explains!

Emergency Stopping

Pumping the brakes is not the answer! These are the special braking techniques you should use.

Braking

There’s the right time to brake and the wrong time to brake.

Let Carl teach you the difference between the two.

Preparing To Turn

Slowing down before a turn and gently releasing the brake before turning is key.

Braking While Turning

If you have no choice but to brake while turning, here’s how to handle your vehicle.

Steering

Carl shows you why smooth, steady steering is always

the right combination for winter driving.

Avoiding Obstacles

See how precise and deliberate manoeuvres can help avoid obstacles or a collision.

Sliding

One of the most important winter driving techniques according to Carl?

Steering your vehicle out of a spin or slide.

Controlled Sliding

Watch how to master any slippery situation by steering the wheel in the opposite direction of the spin.

Always Stay Safe

How do you stay safe on winter roads?

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