A woman is picking up views on TikTok after claiming she got caught driving through a snowstorm—and made it to her destination largely thanks to her Honda Civic. Jessica (@jessicaxo1053), who posts lifestyle content, recently shared a video of herself behind the wheel as a storm blanketed much of the US The roads around her appeared coated in snow and ice, but the car moved steadily as she drove. “Anybody else drive a Civic that you can go 40 in the snow and it won’t slide on ya,” Jessica wrote in the text overlay of her clip. She doubled down in the caption, praising her Honda Civic as her “lil snow queen.” As of this writing, the video has drawn more than 1,000 views. How Do Honda Civics Handle Snow? Driving in the snow is sometimes outright dangerous. In parts of the country where winter storms are unavoidable, how a car handles cold, slick conditions matters more than most people realize. Honda has spent years building technology meant to make driving on snow and ice more manageable. According to Brickell Honda, the automaker has focused on features that improve traction, control, grip, and stability, all of which can make winter driving feel less stressful. Across its lineup, that can include things like intelligent traction management with a snow mode, available all wheel drive, and compatibility with snow tires. That said, there’s not really evidence suggesting that Honda Civics handle snow better than other Honda models. Even Honda itself notes that small sedans like the Civic aren’t as equipped to handle snow and icy conditions as an SUV. In fact, for drivers who regularly deal with harsh winters, Brickell Honda points to other models as better options. It states that the CR-V offers strong traction and stability features, while the Passport comes standard with snow mode and all-season tires. Meanwhile, the Ridgeline, though a truck, performs well in winter thanks to its stability and traction systems. And the Pilot, an SUV built for winter driving, is often cited as one of the best options for snow. Ultimately, the best winter car depends largely on where you live and how often you find yourself driving in bad weather. A Civic may get the job done in lighter conditions, as Jessica demonstrated, but for frequent snow and ice, it might be best to choose a vehicle—or another Honda model—specifically designed for drivers’ comfort and safety. Commenter Torn on Honda Civic’s Snow Capabilities As Jessica’s video kept picking up views, at least one viewer weighed in with more mixed experiences. The commenter, Lilly, said she also drives a Civic—but isn’t fully convinced it’s the ideal snow car. “Oh girl, me and miss [Civic] were sliding every which way but TRUST she got me home in one piece,” Lilly wrote. She followed up with a caveat, adding, “Mainly on hills,” before noting, “But that ain’t her fault.” Jessica jumped back into the thread to respond, sticking by her ride while acknowledging its limits. “Haha no [way] ! I have so much trust in my Civic lol Only time it gets a lil sketch is when I take a turn too fast.” That back-and-forth lines up with what safety officials warn drivers to expect in winter conditions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), cold weather can affect how a car behaves, including lower tire pressure and reduced battery power as temperatures drop. The agency also urges drivers to prep their vehicles before heading out in a storm. That means making sure headlights, brake lights, and turn signals are all working properly, and checking windshield washer fluid levels. NHTSA notes it’s not uncommon to go through a surprising amount of washing fluid in a single snowstorm, especially when roads are slushy, and visibility is constantly changing. Motor1 has reached out to Jessica via a direct message on TikTok. This story will be updated if she responds. We want your opinion! What would you like to see on Motor1.com? Take our 3 minute survey. - The Motor1.com Team
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