Hazardous driving conditions hit the UK for the first time in 2009, with large amounts of snow falling over many parts of the country. As well as leading to the closure of some of the country’s schools, it’s also led to terrible driving conditions for many motorists.

According to Met Office forecaster Helen Chivers, it’s going to get even worse. She said: “And we’re going to get more. There are a lot of showers still coming in from the North Sea.”

It’s at these times when road safety becomes a top priority. Ideally it’s best to avoid the roads altogether but for many this is simply not practical. If driving is required then slow speeds are advisable, as well as taking extra care when snow has melted as there’s a large risk of black ice.

Being seen is also very important. As drivers have more and more to think about, make sure you do all you can to ensure that you are noticed on the road. Make sure that all the car bulbs on your vehicle are functioning and drive with your dipped headlights on to increase your visibility.

In these conditions, more than ever, it’s important not to drive with faulty headlight bulbs. Replace or upgrade these from PowerBulbs with free delivery and we can dispatch within 24 hours, ensuring you stay safe and legal through this poor weather.