Moving off on a snowy surface safely requires light, controlled inputs to keep the tyres from spinning and to maintain grip. Here’s a concise guide you can follow: What to do

• Gently apply the accelerator. Keep revs low and smooth; avoid sudden or heavy throttle that can cause wheelspin.
• Start in a higher gear than normal. Many drivers find moving off in second gear with careful clutch work helps reduce torque to the wheels and improve grip.
• Use a light touch with the clutch. Ease the clutch up slowly to avoid a sudden surge of power.
• Keep steering smooth. Make deliberate, gradual steering inputs to prevent sudden changes that could unsettle the car.
• Use engine braking rather than heavy braking. If you need to slow, ease off the accelerator and, if needed, select a lower gear gradually rather than stomping on the brakes.
• Maintain a generous following distance. Snow reduces stopping distance differences, so allow more space than usual.

What to avoid

• Do not mash the accelerator from a standstill; this invites wheelspin.
• Avoid abrupt steering or harsh braking, especially on patches of ice beneath the snow.
• Don’t stay in a low gear for too long if you’re not moving; being in a gear with too little load can stall the engine or bog the car down.

Practical tips

• If your car has a front-wheel-drive layout, apply the throttle gently just as the toe of the accelerator reaches the bite point of the clutch.
• If you have stability or traction control, let the system help manage power delivery, but don’t rely on it to compensate for overly aggressive input.
• On uphill sections, give yourself extra space and apply a steady, gentle power in a higher gear to avoid wheelspin.

If you’d like, share your vehicle type (drivetrain), tires (winter vs all- season), and whether you’re on a flat or incline, and a tailored step-by-step sequence can be provided.