I believe this tip once saved our lives or at least prevented us from getting into a serious accident.
Back in 2019, I was stuck going from Albany to NYC in a massive snowstorm that was getting worse by the minute. The safest thing would have been to just wait it out at a hotel but I decided to drive down. Waze/Google maps all suggested to take the Taconic State Parkway instead of the interstate. For those who are not familiar with TSP, it is a winding road with no shoulders and is a difficult drive under normal conditions. The interstate had a lot of traffic and there were a couple of close calls too but was a lot safer than the alternative.
The navigation apps do not take into account changing weather conditions. Also it is important for the driver to be familiar with the routes offered under bad driving conditions.
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Reply to LPT: If driving in a snowstorm and your GPS suggests taking a faster route, don’t do it if it takes you off the Highway. Backroads are usually last to be cleared of snow and you could get stuck! by Bradiator34
I believe this tip once saved our lives or at least prevented us from getting into a serious accident.
Back in 2019, I was stuck going from Albany to NYC in a massive snowstorm that was getting worse by the minute. The safest thing would have been to just wait it out at a hotel but I decided to drive down. Waze/Google maps all suggested to take the Taconic State Parkway instead of the interstate. For those who are not familiar with TSP, it is a winding road with no shoulders and is a difficult drive under normal conditions. The interstate had a lot of traffic and there were a couple of close calls too but was a lot safer than the alternative.
The navigation apps do not take into account changing weather conditions. Also it is important for the driver to be familiar with the routes offered under bad driving conditions.