Cold weather driving mistake that could result in car damage amid UK Arctic blast

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With more snow on the way, drivers are being warned of a motoring error that could result in a seriously damaged vehicle.A string of weather warnings are in place across the UK as the white stuff is set to result in icy road conditions.

As such, many gritting lorries will be out and about to make surfaces safe, but if you find yourself driving behind one, it's important to keep your distance.The salt spreading trucks are important to help keep cars moving in adverse conditions, but they can also cause problems with other cars' paintwork, headlights and radiators.

In addition, the contact with naturally corroding salt raises the risk of damaging metalwork and causing rust, according to experts.Graham Conway, Managing Director of Select Car Leasing, said: “Gritting is often a part of life at this time of year, especially in Scotland, northern England and roads on higher ground.

It’s vital in keeping the nation moving when snow and icy conditions do their best to snarl up the highways.“But it’s worth taking note of some of the problems it can cause, to ensure you protect your vehicle against them.”According to the Local Government Association website, UK local authorities are responsible for around 225,000 miles of road and on average grit around 41 per cent of them.