Considered about driving your car in the winter? You may be considering downsizing your wheels to help with snowy roads. Here's how it can help you.

Here’s what you should put in your car safety kit now before that first blast of winter arrives: A blanket or sleeping bag will trap body heat and keep you warm. Hats, gloves, and a pair of dry socks will help prevent frostbite. Hand warmers for quick warmth. Less than a dollar at most stores.

With winter weather expected to last through the weekend, caution is emphasized when it comes to heading out on the road. The usual tips are still the most effective: Morgan Dean, a spokesperson for AAA Club Alliance,

Even though it's kind of fun to see a car driving around with a foot or two of snow on its roof, it's actually illegal in many places, and dangerous everywhere.

Experts advise slowing down and increasing following distance when driving in snow or on ice. While weather is a factor, driver behaviors like speeding and following too closely cause most crashes. If visibility is severely reduced by heavy snow, pull over ...

When winter weather hits, it's not just about how you drive; it's about how prepared you are before you even open your door.