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 ArticlesMortgage Options: Which Is Better for Buying a Home?Feb 07, 2026Veggie Wrap With Peanut SauceFeb 06, 2026Virginia Beach Lands on New York Times’ Best Places to Go Worldwide in 2026 ListFeb 05, 20264 Money Habits Boomers Swore by That Millennials Are Walking Away FromFeb 04, 2026Related Topicsmountainsdriving