- THE EXTRA MILE: Winter Driving Truths & Myths That Can Leave You Stranded—or Worse. 1-31-26

Cold weather exposes every weakness—both in vehicles and drivers—and in this episode of https://Drive-Radio.com: The Extra Mile, John Rush cuts through winter driving myths with real-world experience and hard-earned advice. How long should you really warm up your car? Does it matter if you drive gas, diesel, hybrid, or EV? And are today’s “experts” giving advice that actually helps—or quietly causes damage? John breaks down smart warm-up practices, explaining why temperature, engine type, and even listening to your vehicle matter more than rigid rules. He walks through diesel-specific essentials like glow plugs, block heaters, and fuel anti-gel additives—mistakes here can leave you stranded for hours. EVs and hybrids get their own reality check too, including why cold weather quietly cuts electric range far more than most drivers expect. The episode shifts from engines to the road itself, with practical winter driving tips drawn from a snowy late-night ride home. Why do jerky movements cause trouble on ice? Where should you actually position your car in snowy lanes? And why do good tires matter more than all-wheel drive? From gentle braking to steering discipline and snow removal, this hour feels less like a lecture—and more like a survival guide. If winter driving makes you uneasy—or you think you’ve got it all figured out—this episode may change how you start your car and drive it all season long.