It is better to take a bus: top 3 worst cars for winter roads

Driving in winter is not an easy task. The weather dictates its own conditions: it is difficult to drive on extremely dangerous roads due to snow or ice. Although he increased level of danger is the main problem, it is not the only one.

Snow, ice, and salt can quickly lead to a corrosion of the body and chassis of a car. The rating of the worst cars for winter roads that may not be able to cope with the challenges has been published online.

The best features for safe driving

The most reliable cars for winter driving will be those equipped with the best safety features:

• blind spot monitoring
• emergency braking systems
• headlight wipers
• heated side mirrors, etc

Some cars may be more prone to problems in winter conditions due to their design, features, or performance. While advances in automotive technology have generally improved the winter driving capabilities of most modern vehicles, there are a number of features that can help keep you and your loved ones safe while driving in bad winter weather.

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Anti-lock brakes prevent your wheels from locking up, so you can continue to drive when you need to brake. According to Progressive, anti-lock brakes became mandatory on all vehicles manufactured in 2012 or later, so older models may not have them.

Stability control

In the event of a slide or loss of control on the road, this system, also known as electronic stability control (ESC), dynamic stability control (DSC) or vehicle stability control (VSC), will automatically keep the car on the road.

All-wheel drive (AWD)

All-wheel drive vehicles are slightly safer than two-wheel drive models. They transmit power to all four wheels simultaneously and automatically transfer torque when needed.

The best and worst cars for winter

Models that are not afraid of winter weather have the above safety features. The best ones are Range Rover, Jeep Cherokee, Subaru, and other SUVs.

If the car has problems with careful handling and performance under optimal conditions, they are likely to get worse in winter. These include:

Porsche 911

The iconic Porsche, with its extra-wide high-performance rear tires, rear-engine design, and low ground clearance, is definitely not the best option for driving in snow.

BMW

Experts have included BMW in the list of the worst winter cars precisely because of its low ground clearance, which can reach four inches. Higher ground clearance is always preferable in winter conditions if you don't want to have a difficult situation off-road. Many late-model BMWs have rear-wheel drive, which is less effective in deep snow and ice.

Chevy Corvette

The ultra-low ground clearance will force you to pull the Chevy Corvette pulled out more often than you'd like, so it's worth stocking up on a shovel. The rear-wheel drive Corvette also has questionable braking system.

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