Stay Back! - Tips for driving safely behind a snowplow

March 05, 2017

Winter driving means patience. Especially patience on icy roads and behind snowplows. Snowplows travel at slower speeds and have a limited field of view. Make sure to be 5-10 car lengths behind one (according to MnDOT 10 is preferred). Also be prepared for a snowplow to exit/enter the highway frequently or even to cross over a median.

Snowplows are here to make our roads safer! Let’s give them the room they need!

Read more winter tips from MnDOT

http://www.dot.state.mn.us/workzone/winter.html

Be safe, be confident and happy driving!
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