Automotive Tech

ILLINOIS WINTER DRIVING

For Illinois winter driving, tips include slowing down, increasing following distance, avoiding cruise control, and clearing all snow off your car; always have an emergency kit with blankets, food, a charger, and jumper cables; watch for black ice, especially on bridges, ramps, and shady spots; and check road conditions before driving to prevent accidents and stay safe.
Vehicle Preparation & Emergency Kit
Winterize Your Car: Check battery, tires (tread!), brakes, and wipers; use no-freeze washer fluid; keep gas tank above half.
Emergency Kit: Pack blankets, non-perishable food, water, flashlight, jumper cables, first-aid, shovel, traction material (sand/kitty litter), phone charger, and extra warm clothes.
Driving Techniques
Slow Down: Reduced traction means longer stopping distances; allow 5-6 seconds between cars.
Smooth Inputs: Accelerate, steer, and brake gently; avoid sudden movements.
No Cruise Control: Never use cruise control on snow or ice.
Clear Snow: Remove ALL snow and ice from your car, including roof and lights, before driving.
Watch for Black Ice: Be extra cautious at intersections, bridges, ramps, and shady spots.
Don’t Crowd the Plow: Snowplows have limited visibility; give them space.
Stay Informed: Check forecasts and road conditions (like IDOT’s site) before you leave.
If Stranded
Stay With Your Vehicle: It’s easier to find you.
Be Visible: Tie a bright cloth to your antenna; keep interior light on at night.
Conserve Fuel/Stay Warm: Run car in short bursts (10 mins/hour) with exhaust clear to prevent carbon monoxide buildup.
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Daily Prompt: Float

via Daily Prompt: Float:

My first thought is water but the thought following is the thought itself after all when I think about it, the thought do actually float through the mind as the body will float through the water. Then there is the thought of air, which is closely related to the water by its elemental structure but the body can’t float naturally without a device unlike the water. (Share this prompt with me y’all).

Chicago Jack pot

Dave Jones of Chicago played to win big and now claims the $301 million Big Pay Day jackpot. When asked at a press conference, how will you spend your winnings
Jones said that he will pay off all his debts and start a small business. Mr. Jones was calm and humble with a great smile when asked by Ujamac4, will you remain living in the same community? Jones then said ” I plan to purchase a new home for my mother because it’s the least I can do for her, after all she is the sole purchase why I am here”. Jones also commented that he will miss going to the 7-Eleven located at 600 S. Dearborn in Chicago where he bought the winning ticket that made him a millionaire with the numbers 8-11-22-23–31 and the green Big Pay Day ball !0. The Big winner Dave Jones chose to receive in cash $177.6 million the retailer will get $100,000 for the ticket sell in Saturday’s drawing.