How to protect your car - and yourself - during the big chill

We've all seen the pictures on TV and in the newspapers. It's chaos out there, with heavy snow and ice bringing roads, rail services and airports to a halt. Yes, it seems to happen every year - and no, we don't seem to be getting any better at dealing with it!

With all those weather-related road accidents, it seems certain car insurance claims are going through the roof. Here are some tips on protecting your vehicle during the big chill...