March is already here, which means spring is just around the corner. And while many are welcoming the season of change with open arms, experienced drivers know that spring can be a particularly dangerous season for driving. Spring is loaded with hazards that can cause serious damage, which means you’ll have to finance collision repair for your car. But more importantly, these hazards could lead to an accident that results in serious injuries or worse. In order to keep yourself and your family safe this spring, here are 4 useful driving tips to remember next time you’re on the road. 

Many drivers are keen on replacing their winter tires as soon as possible with the first hints of sunny weather. However, this can be a mistake in some parts of the country. Spring is known for its unpredictable weather, so while the sun will melt the ice and snow one day, a sudden cold wave, especially during the night, could freeze all that water again, leading to lots of frozen and dangerous roads. The frequent rain doesn’t help either. So keep your winter tires until the temperatures stay above 45 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Be Mindful of Other Traffic Participants 

Spring also tends to draw out a lot of bicycles and motorcycles, which could prove to be a very dangerous hazard for drivers out there. To prevent any unfortunate accidents stay focused while on the round and be on the lookout for them. Respecting them is an important part of safe driving. Similarly, they should also stay visible to car drivers and wear safety vests or bright clothes and keep their lights on. Even though accidents involving motorcycles and bicycles usually pose a bigger threat to those driving them, apart from being a respectful traffic participant who cares about the wellbeing of others, you’ll avoid potentially expensive body repairs. 

Summer is usually the season when most roadwork and maintenance takes place. But the winter is when the roads get so damaged to merit repairs. Salt, snow plows, and the harsh winter weather tend to wreak havoc on the roads and cause potholes, eroded gravel shoulders, and other hazards. Do your best to avoid all these traps in order to avoid serious damage to your car. 

A lot of animals that spend their winter hibernating are now on the move as they scour their surroundings for food. Keep this in mind when you’re on the road, as it can help save many animal lives. Furthermore, being surprised by an animal on the road is known to surprise some drivers and cause them to lose control of their vehicle. To prevent this, slow down while driving through rural areas or areas with high animal traffic. While this is painful to write, sometimes taking evasive action while trying to avoid small animals could lead to a fatal traffic accident and risking it could put you in danger. But if you keep your eyes on the road, hopefully, you won’t have to make that difficult choice. Contact King Collision Center at 18440 Hart St, Reseda, CA 91335, USA; 818-697-0965 or learn more at