In the south-west of England we rarely get extensive snow and ice on roads, but when we do people generally don't know what to do. You're at the mercy of a lot of drivers who have suddenly become incompetent. No matter how circumspect you are, you're endangered. Stay home if at all possible. It doesn't last very long here. Different for you yanks (and Canadians!) of course. Not dissing any of the advice in this thread, by the way.

And season your logs during the summer!