In icy conditions, what is the recommended action to take?

In icy conditions, the best course of action is to stop driving as soon as you can safely do so. This recommendation comes from the understanding that icy roads significantly reduce traction, making it difficult for vehicles to stop or steer effectively. By stopping, you eliminate the risk of losing control or getting into an accident.

When conditions are precarious due to ice, a driver may be faced with various hazardous situations. It is generally in the best interest of safety to avoid continuing to drive in these conditions unless absolutely necessary. Not only does stopping help keep you safe, but it also allows you to assess and wait for better conditions or to determine a safer path forward.

Other options like accelerating to maintain control, continuing to drive slowly, or making sudden turns can lead to worsening control of the vehicle. Accelerating can cause tires to spin, while slow driving on ice can still result in skidding if the vehicle encounters a patch of black ice. Sudden maneuvers can cause loss of control. Therefore, coming to a safe stop is the most sensible and effective response in icy conditions.