How To Free Your Ride From Mud This Fall | Edmond, OK
If you’re an off-road kind of driver, this week’s blog might suit you just fine! This week we are discussing how to get your vehicle out of a muddy situation. While it’s always a good idea to have or invest in roadside assistance or AAA, these tips below will help you steer out of the mud and get back onto the roadway ahead. We encourage you to check out these tips and be sure to put them to good use if you ever find yourself in this situation. Or if you’re ready to upgrade your ride – come see our team because we’re here and ready to help you today! See you soon!
- If you feel your vehicle beginning to sink or get stuck – don’t stop. Continue a constant pressure on the gas pedal. Hopefully, this will be the only thing you need to do to get out of the mud. You’ll want to avoid bringing your vehicle to a complete stop, your vehicle will be stuck and you’ll have to take other extensive measures to get out.
- Adding traction increases your chances of getting unstuck greatly. Whether you are willing to use your floor mats, blankets, extra clothing you have in your vehicle or random items like leaves, sticks or rocks – traction is the reason you’re stuck and you need to regain that traction to get out of the mud. Place your items in front of your tires and slowly accelerate. If you have a few passengers, asking them to push might be a good idea!
- Rock it back and forth – literally. Once you’re stuck, you’re stuck and it’s time to do some maneuvering. While gently pressing on your gas pedal, shift between drive and reverse. This will begin to create a rocking motion and may free your vehicle. If you’re not free after a few times, move on.
- Dig it out! If you keep a small shovel in your vehicle, you’re a genius. If not, you’re probably part of the majority. Regardless, you want to try to dig out the mud from around your tires and try to create a clean, clear path back to solid ground. Once your path is clear, hop in and gently accelerate. If this doesn’t seem to work, it might be time to phone a friend!
