In 11 states, including Alaska, Connecticut, Georgia, Tennessee and more, it is illegal to drive with piles of snow or ice on top of cars. These rules are known as "ice missile" laws, named after the deadly frozen snow piles that could fly off unkept vehicles and cause deadly accidents.

Cold winter mornings sometimes mean there's an added step to your commute: Scraping snow and ice off your windshield. When your car is covered in snow or ice, how much of it do you really need to scrape off?

Winter driving is stressful enough without your car rattling like a tin can. We'll let you in on the secret to this little-known car quirk.

WASHINGTON — After a winter storm, many drivers scrape just enough snow from their windshields to see the road, leaving the rest of their vehicle covered in snow and ice. But is that actually legal? The answer depends on where you live. There is no ...

It might be time to give your car a bath, even with the snow coming. Snow takes a toll on many aspects of our lives, from our plans, wardrobes and for drivers, it especially affects our vehicles. Once your car is cleared from snow and ice, you might ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Nearly two feet of snow blanketed western Massachusetts, making it difficult to clear off your entire vehicle. Is it illegal in Massachusetts to drive with ...

Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.

Failing to properly clear snow and ice from your vehicle creates hazardous driving conditions for yourself and others. Using a snow brush and your car's defroster can help clear your vehicle safely and efficiently. Snow and ice can make driving extremely ...

Snow and ice chaos led to damaged cars at Shepherd Elementary as first responders evacuated due to a gas odor.