Pilot & escort vehicle
Learn about pilot/escort vehicle and operator requirements, finding a pilot/escort vehicle and operator and partner certification programs.
Pilot
Pilot/escort vehicle and operator requirements can be found on the Washington State Legislature website: WAC 468-38-100
Pilot/escort vehicle operator
Find a pilot/escort vehicle operator
- Northwest Pilot Car Association
- Evergreen Safety Council
Pilot/escort vehicle operator training
Partner certification
The state of Washington recognizes other states certification programs:
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Georgia
- Minnesota
- North Carolina
- Oklahoma
- Utah
- Virginia
Traction tires are a special type of tire
manufactured with at least 1/8 of an inch tread. Traction tires are usually marked with a mountain/snowflake symbol, the letters M+S or “All Season.”
Carry chains, practice before leaving
Requiring chains keeps traffic moving during storms rather than closing a pass or roadway.
Prep your car. Fill up your gas tank,
pack jumper cables, ice scraper, warm clothing, snacks and water.