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ブラックアイス

英語で、アイスバーンのこと、ブラックアイス って言うんですね、英語で。






兄家族のいるオハイオは、今雪みたいです。

羨ましい!!!子供たちが楽しそう!アイラも楽しいだろうなー!とか思いつつも、ブラックアイス(もしくは、グレアアイス)の運転気をつけないと、って感じみたいです。

何となく、アイスバーンのことだろうなとは思っていたけど、何しろ運転免許をとったのはシンガポール。洪水で浸水してる時の運転は習ったけど(今でこそ、整備がされたけど以前は、洪水がいっぱいだった)、雪が降るはずない!!!常夏のシンガポールでは、雪シーズンの運転なんて、当然!!!習いませんでしたからーーー アイスバーンなんて状況が起きることすら知らなかったわけです。

ってか、アイスバーンってドイツ語だったんですね。

ブラックアイス

日本語説明も、ブラックアイスバーン

ブラックアイス検索でたまたまたどり着いたこちら。ドーベルマン、かっこいい。こういった顔をコマンドでできるように教えられたら、かっこいいよね。


雪、アイスバーン、での運転のティップがあったので、MEMOっておこう。でも、一番は運転しないこと、ってそりゃーそーだ。でも運転したいんだよね!とりあえず、プリペアすることは、大事だよね。安全第一!


http://www.weather.com/activities/driving/drivingsafety/drivingsafetytips/snow.html


Driving in Snow and Ice


The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it.

Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination.

If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared (TIPS), and that you know how to handle road conditions.

It's helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you're familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owner's manual for tips specific to your vehicle.


Driving safely on icy roads

Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
Keep your lights and windshield clean.
Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
Don't use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
Don't pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you're likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
Don't assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.


If your rear wheels skid...

Take your foot off the accelerator.
Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they're sliding right, steer right.
If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.


If your front wheels skid...

Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don't try to steer immediately.
As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in "drive" or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.


If you get stuck...

Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.
Use a light touch on the gas, to ease your car out.
Use a shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car.
Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.
Try rocking the vehicle. (Check your owner's manual first — it can damage the transmission on some vehicles.) Shift from forward to reverse, and back again. Each time you're in gear, give a light touch on the gas until the vehicle gets going.




Winterize Your Car


Driving in the winter means snow, sleet and ice that can lead to slower traffic, hazardous road conditions, hot tempers and unforeseen dangers. To help you make it safely through winter, here are some suggestions from the National Safety Council to make sure that you and your vehicle are prepared.

Weather

At any temperature -- 20° Fahrenheit below zero or 90° Fahrenheit above -- weather affects road and driving conditions and can pose serious problems. It is important to monitor forecasts on the Web, radio, TV, cable weather channel, or in the daily papers.

Your Car

Prepare your car for winter. Start with a checkup that includes:

Checking the ignition, brakes, wiring, hoses and fan belts.
Changing and adjusting the spark plugs.
Checking the air, fuel and emission filters, and the PCV valve.
Inspecting the distributor.
Checking the battery.
Checking the tires for air, sidewall wear and tread depth.
Checking antifreeze levels and the freeze line.
Your car should have a tune-up (check the owner's manual for the recommended interval) to ensure better gas mileage, quicker starts and faster response on pick-up and passing power.

Necessary Equipment

An emergency situation on the road can arise at any time and you must be prepared. In addition to making sure you have the tune-up, a full tank of gas, and fresh anti-freeze, you should carry the following items in your trunk:

Properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod-type jack
Shovel
Jumper cables
Tow and tire chains
Bag of salt or cat litter
Tool kit
Essential Supplies
Be prepared with a "survival kit" that should always remain in the car. Replenish after use. Essential supplies include:

Working flashlight and extra batteries
Reflective triangles and brightly-colored cloth
Compass
First aid kit
Exterior windshield cleaner
Ice scraper and snow brush
Wooden stick matches in a waterproof container
Scissors and string/cord
Non-perishable, high-energy foods like unsalted canned nuts, dried fruits, and hard candy.
In addition, if you are driving long distances under cold, snowy, and icy conditions, you should also carry supplies to keep you warm such as heavy woolen mittens, socks, a cap and blankets.


If You Become Stranded...

Do not leave your car unless you know exactly where you are, how far it is to possible help, and are certain you will improve your situation.


To attract attention, light two flares and place one at each end of the car a safe distance away. Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.


If you are sure the car's exhaust pipe is not blocked, run the engine and heater for about 10 minutes every hour or so depending upon the amount of gas in the tank.


To protect yourself from frostbite and hypothermia use the woolen items and blankets to keep warm.


Keep at least one window open slightly. Heavy snow and ice can seal a car shut.


Eat a hard candy to keep your mouth moist.




最後の方のアドバイスをきかないと、といった状況にだけは、なりたくないよね。。。。 


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>Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
>Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.

って、そーーーなんだ! turn wheels side to side をしたら、それはやっちゃだめって言われたことあるけど、有りなんだ。よーは限度?深く入り込むようなのはNGで、雪をはらう程度ってことだよね。

泥にスタックのときとかも、今度調べてみようーーー。

>Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.

猫砂!こういったところにも、役だつのね!!

そうそう、雪運転の時、どのぐらいから、ギアを 2 とか 1 に入れるのー?そのへん、もっと調べよう。エンジンブレークかかるのも唐突だと、やっぱりブレーキと同じようにNGだよねー?


雪運転といっても、こういったのは特殊なんだろうけど、このイベントではどーーーいったことを、教えてもらうんだろう?普通運転にもためにあるものもあるよーーーなら、教えてもらおう!アイラとわたしは参加しないけどさー!
by angeline | 2010-01-28 15:04 | 思うこと書きなぐり Misc.