I went to college in Buffalo, and to be quite honest, it's easier to get around there in snow (with no public transportation) that it is in NYC. They're a lot better about cleaning it up (and perpetually broke because of it) and people know how to drive through it up there. I managed for a few years with my Caprice Classic (icy parking lots were a new and exciting experience every time! not any better or worse than a mustang) without an accident. People get really freaked out by a little snow on the road, they don't seem to realize that if you slow down and pay attention you'll be all right.