 Last year, more than one and a half million people were injured or lost their lives due to car crashes from icy roads. Some of these accidents could have been avoided by good defensive driving and others by general car maintenance. The check your levels consistently. I do it about monthly. Most people can get away with it quarterly. Brake fluid, transmission fluid, oil obviously, coolant, power steering, all that is very important. All those components get you to and from A to B safely. You lose one and you don't know how the car is going to react and that can lead to a devastating situation. If you are planning to drive this winter, be prepared for inclement weather. Have an emergency kit that includes blankets, flashlight and water in case you are out and you are trapped in a snowstorm. For more information on how to prepare yourself and your car this winter season, visit the Department of Transportation website.