DRIVING: Winter has certainly made itself known lately, and not in the mild form we’ve seen in the past few years.

One of people’s least favorite winter activities is driving on roads covered in snow and ice. Gunther VW Daytona carried out a survey of drivers in each state to identify their most feared roads during winter.

In Pennsylvania, number one was U.S. Route 6.

Nationally, the first was Alaska Highway, also known as Alcan Highway. Second was I-90 in New York.

“Running east-west across the state, I-90 is particularly dangerous in Western New York. Lake-effect snow from Lake Erie can lead to sudden and heavy snowfall, creating treacherous driving conditions and frequent road closures during winter months.”

Third was Seward Highway in Alaska, and fourth was Route 6.

“Known for its scenic views, the Pennsylvania stretch of U.S. Route 6 winds through the northern part of the state, including the Pocono Mountains. During winter, this route can become treacherous due to snow-covered roads and reduced visibility.”

Four other Pennsylvania roads made the list for treacherous travel in the winter — Interstate 81, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-80 and U.S. Route 322.

For Interstate 80 — “Spanning east-west across the state, I-80 traverses mountainous regions prone to heavy snowfall and icy conditions. The combination of steep grades and sharp curves increases the risk of accidents during winter months. Notably, I-80 has been identified as having a high number of winter-related motor vehicle accident deaths.”

Remember when driving in the winter, slow down, increase following distance, brake gently and early, accelerate gradually, steer smoothly, check your tires, clear snow and ice from your vehicle, watch for black ice and keep an emergency kit in your vehicle.