Stay safe in your new Toyota during high winds!
- Keep your distance from other cars: Strong wind can cause vehicles to blow off course or even tip over. It's mostly dangerous for high-profile vehicles like trucks and vans, as they're affected more easily. This is why you should keep your new Toyota a safe distance from other vehicle, so you can avoid an accident.
- Drive slowly: Just because you drive a low profile new Toyota in N Charlotte doesn't mean you can't be blown off course too! It can get tough to steer when the wind in constantly pushing you, which is why you should reduce your speed. The faster you're going, the harder it makes it to steer!
- Keep an eye out for debris: With high winds, debris in the road in inevitable. This is why you have to drive slow and watch out for fallen debris, including tree branches and power lines. You should never drive over a power line, as it can still be live and cause you harm! Call 911 to report the line and take a different route.
- Listen for changes in the weather: Like we mentioned, other dangerous weather conditions typically accompany high wind. If you're caught on the road with high winds, you should expect and be prepared for slippery roads. You should also turn on the radio to listen for weather changes, so you're not caught off guard!