Fall/Winter driving tips

With all the rain and wind we've been getting as fall arrives and winter looms, the roads are starting to get slick. Remember to give yourself extra time to get where you're going. That way, you can drive slower and avoid sliding on piles of wet leaves, ice, or snow.

Be especially careful in rear-wheel-drive vehicles. Years ago, I used to park my old Chevy pickup during snow, and had to be very careful driving to law school to avoid sliding on wet leaves.