If there is lots of ice, avoid skids by braking, steering, acceleration, decelerating and gear changing very gently. If a skid occurs, no matter how strong the temptation, do not brake. Instead, lose speed by gently easing the pressure on the accelerator pedal and, if appropriate, de-clutch.  Steer gently in the direction in which you want to go.

Common problems include cars travelling far too close to the vehicle in front, not allowing nearly enough room to stop, and overcautious driving, with drivers causing queues in their wake, particularly approaching slopes and hills.

Is your journey really necessary? If it is, plan it and give yourself plenty of time. Tell someone your intended route and how long you think it's going to take. Listen to the radio for details about road and weather conditions, and need police warnings.Give yourself plenty of time. And prepare your car. Listen to travel and weather bulletins and plan your route using the main roads as much as possible.

Clean the windscreen and windows using a demisting preparation. Check that screen washers are not blocked and that the screen washer bottle is topped up and has a winter additive to stop it freezing. Check that the windscreen wipers are in good condition and work effectively.
Ensure that all lights, brake lights, indicators are working properly and the lenses are clean, and free of snow and ice.
Ensure that tyres are in good condition and are properly inflated.

Technology such as ESC (electronic stability control) or traction control can help but the driver must use road sense and keep the vehicle moving at the right speed for the circumstance.