Drivers have been instructed to complete one task before Thursday, with experts advising against driving without doing so. Wintery weather is on its way this week, with yellow weather warnings issued for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
The Met Office has issued three yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for Thursday (November 20). One is for the northeast coast of England (Scottish Borders, Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hull) between 12am and 12pm. The second is for the southeast of both Wales and England (Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Pembroke, Swansea, Ceredigion) between 12pm and 12am. The third is in central and north Scotland (Perth, Aberdeen, Orkney, Shetland, Moray, Highland) between 6pm and 9pm. While some places will see little or no lying snow, 2-5cm, hills above 200m elevation could see up to 25cm. Gusty winds and lightning may accompany the showers, as well as a risk of ice accumulation.
With this weather on the way, experts at Motors.co.uk have told drivers to do one thing: “Always fill up with a full tank of fuel before heading on a long journey. Being stuck on the side of the motorway in zero-degree conditions isn’t ideal”
This could also help you save some money at the garage. Money Saving Expert's Martin Lewis told drivers to get petrol when it's cold.
This is because it's colder at night, and because fuel pumps are calibrated by volume, you get a tiny bit of extra fuel by filling up when it's colder.
The RAC advises in its guidance on driving in snow and ice to be prepared for every eventuality by ensuring your car is equipped with a demisting pad and a torch (wind-up so you don’t run out of battery).
They also recommend a hi-vis vest to make you visible if you break down, a blanket to keep you warm, some food, a drink, spare screenwash, de-icer, ice scraper, blanket, and shovel.
Also included on the list is a phone charger, a map, a first aid kit, a warning triangle, some jump leads, a spade and a square of carpet that you can use to put under your drive wheels should you get stuck in the snow.