Question:
I have a very long commute from work (1hr 30min), and I take the expressway. Recently, there was a big snow storm in which I got stuck in. I didn't feel safe on the expressway and saw a car skidding (it almost did a donut). Because of this, I got off the expressway immediately and took the local way home. Albeit, it took me more than 2 hours to get home. My friend told me it's safer to take the expressway, but I'm not sure. So which is the safer route home?
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Expressway:Higher traffic - roadway is clearer, or more evenly and harder packed with snow from more traffic, snowplows and road treatment (salt, sand, etc.) Wider roads with less roadside obsticles.
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Side roads:
less moving cars, less maintenance, and more roadside obsticles to hit.
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But you know the terrain and details better than we do. There's also less chance of getting immediate assistance on side roads IF you do have an accident or need help.
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If you drive the expessways, stay away from other cars & trucks.
If you drive the side roads, be carefull and drive well.
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park either route is dangerousi think the expressway is safer, they usually are more likely to salt them then the back roads.
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There are pro's and con's to each.How old until your child does not need a car seat?
Usually, major routes, like an expressway are plowed sooner and more thoroughly than side streets.
Also, there are fewer turns and stops which can be dangerous or difficult in a snow storm.
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However, if you break down, need assistance, or fuel, you may be closer to help on a side road than an expressway.
Tough call. Good question
You should always stay on the expressway during a snowstorm. On the local roads you are more likely to have to stop and not be able to get your car moving again. I made a mistake a few years ago getting off of the NY Thruway for a break from the slow moving traffic and immediately found myself stuck at a stop sign at the bottom of the unplowed ramp.
If you have a well maintained alternate route (in Indiana they are called "shock routes") you are far safer than on the interstate system. However, if such routes are not available in your area, the interstate is more likely to be plowed and salted.
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Even though plowed and salted, interstates are notorious for snow 'packing' and ice buildup under bridges and at exits. Motorists often try to drive faster (comparitavly) on the interstate system and find themselves in trouble when they meet an area of this type of poor road condition. The result is typically a higher speed multiple vehicle accident. You are far more likely to be injured or, at best suffer greater damage to your vehicle, in an interstate accident. The Iowa Dept of Transportation says you are 13 times more likely to be in an accident during a snow event than when conditions are dry.
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I have been in sales for over 30 years and drive long distances daily. In situations that you describe, I always take the slower route. Furthermore, in such conditions, I always advise my wife to avoid the interstate due to higher speeds and semi truck traffic.
If I'm going to be in an accident, I want it to be at the lowest speed possible, in the least amount of traffic. If I do get into a slide, I have far more room to manuver without coming into contact with other vehicles. However, if your travel off the interstate takes you through rural areas, make sure someone knows the route you are taking and, in most cases, the interstate is a better travel choice in such conditions.
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