Each year, an estimated 20 million metric tons (2,200 pounds/metric ton) of salt are used on roads in the United States.

Road salt is a vital tool in making roads safer in snowy and icy weather, but it can do some real damage to your vehicle. Here's how to avoid it.

Here’s a DIY salt brine video from Salt Smart, a collaborative committed to road safety and protecting the environment. Christopher Berens and his dog Hazel, who is wearing snow boots, stand on ...

Road saltThe pollution from road salt has only become a major problem in recent years. Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:40:14 GMT (1751211614735) Story Infinite Scroll ...

Over time, road salt can corrode pavements, bridges, and vehicles. According to The Conservation Foundation , salt accelerates rusting on cars and the freeze-thaw cycle in concrete, leading to ...

Now, Sen. Anne Watson, D/P-Washington County, has introduced a bill to create a state program focused on curbing chloride ...

Sprinkling salt on the road or sidewalk after snowfall can make conditions safer for drivers and pedestrians, but can cause harm to local waterways and wildlife, London, Ont., researchers say.