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If you're driving around during winter in many parts of the U.S., and let's be honest, pretty much all of Canada, you'll want to keep in mind some helpful driving tips in order to get from Point A to Point B safe and sound. An important winter driving tip is keeping the right gear and equipment in your car if you're regularly traveling through rough weather. Check out these five important things to keep in your car during winter and see if your car has what it needs before you head out during the wintertime…

Beyond having the right kind of car with the setup to help you navigate the worst winter weather patterns out on the road, keeping in mind safe and attentive driving habits can prevent accidents during the cold months in your area. When roads get slick with ice, rain or snow, and with added complications from plows, salt trucks and other seasonal public works vehicles, you'll want to have both hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road in every situation. For a quick starter on winter driving, follow these five helpful tips:

If you live in an area where winters make driving a little slower and trickier, you have a whole other set of factors to consider when shopping for your next vehicle. Being ready for the worst of winter weather with a 4x4 or AWD-capable vehicle is a great place to start, but you'll also want to consider all-weather performance, safety tech that gives you an assist when driving on snow- or ice-slicked roads and the kind of cabin that keeps everyone warm and comfortable.