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 ArticlesYou Saved for Retirement—Now What?Feb 02, 2026Creamy Sweet Chicken and Broccoli RiceJan 29, 2026Mortgage Interest Rate Forecast for 2026Jan 28, 2026Ask Angi: How Can I Control Pests in Winter?Jan 27, 2026Related Topicsmountainsdriving