
Course details
Winter Driving Fundamentals
This online Winter Driving Fundamentals course explores the main risks associated with winter driving and offers simple solutions to reduce winter driving risk.
Also see Thinking Driver, “Defensive Driving: Extreme Winter Driving with Skid Control/Recovery” for a more comprehensive course.
Course Overview
Winter driving can present challenges to both drivers and their vehicles. Cold weather can test the limits of a vehicle, and winter driving conditions will test the abilities of any driver. Being prepared for all road conditions is imperative! This online Winter Driving Fundamentals course explores the main risks associated with winter driving and offers simple solutions to reduce winter driving risk.
Topics Covered
- Conditions that affect winter driving
- Weather
- Vehicles
- Roads
- Traffic
- Lighting
- Drivers
- Traction and control
- Understanding traction
- Tires
- The 3 elements of control
- Speed
- Vehicle condition and technology
- Driving skills
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course