Travel5 Things to Do Before Driving in the Mountains This WinterHave your emergency pack ready and check your spare tire for damage, rust, and rot.SavePrintWithout a little preparation, snowy road conditions can be a disaster waiting to happen. Dreamstime/TNSTribune News Service1/28/2024|Updated: 2/5/20240:00X 1By Evan Moore From The Charlotte ObserverFor many, winter is the perfect time to take a trip to the mountains.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesLongevity Travel Is the Next Big Travel Trend: Here’s What It InvolvesOct 24, 2025This 3-Course Vegan Meal Is Great for Vegetarian Awareness MonthOct 23, 20257 Guilt-Free Ways to Spend Your Retirement CashOct 23, 2025Teriyaki Glazed Pork With Chinese NoodlesOct 22, 2025Related Topicsmountainsdriving