Driving in winter conditions tests your car to the limit. If something isn't working properly under the best conditions it certainly isn't going to work when it's cold and stormy. Whether you’re leaving the city heading to the Mammoth Mountain/Lake Tahoe High Sierra country solely for its beauty and relaxation, or planning that ski trip from Scottsdale to Snowbowl, here are some tips for a safe and pleasant journey.

Driving in winter conditions tests your car to the limit. Whether you’re leaving the city heading to the Mammoth Mountain/Lake Tahoe High Sierra country solely for its beauty and relaxation, or planning that ski trip from Scottsdale to Snowbowl, here are some tips for a safe trip, and how to deal with trouble, should it arise.

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