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Driving in the snow on 225/50/R18 is worse than on 195/60/R17, if the same tires are used..
the tire width is what matters in snow!
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Are alloy wheels better in snow than steel wheels?
They are very little different. The tires are much more important and real snow tires are far better than all season tires.
What is the difference between winter tires and snow tires?
Both Winter and Snow tires have a more aggressive tread pattern and are made of a softer rubber that grips better in cold weather. I believe that snow tires have a still more aggressive tread pattern than winter tires.
Do mud tires cost more than snow tires?
From what I know, they probably do not because snow tires have special pins build into it for gripping the snow/ice. It depends on the type of tire you are actually going to buy but generally mud tires are more expensive than snow tires.
Are snow tires any good?
Like with any product, depends on the tire and manufacturer. They are much better than normal tires in icy conditions.
Can mud tires be used properly in a wintry setting?
Yes. They are not as good as dedicated snow tires-- which are designed with compounds that grip better in low temperature conditions. But, they do grip better in snowy conditions than normal tires.
How much do snow tires cost?
Snow tires cost slightly more than all weather tires. The actual cost of the snow tires would depend on the brand, style and size.
Are thinner tires better on snow and ice than wide ones?
No wide tyres or better because the give more grip Actually wider tires don't give you more grip in snow. They simply allow more snow to pile up in front of the tire. On Ice or snow pack a wider tire will provide better grip but in deep snow the thinner tire works better. Chicago winters taught me that.
Are snow tires necessary for a 4 by 4?
No, snow tires aren't necessary for a vehicle with 4-wheel drive. You should look at the type of terrain your vehicle will be driven on most frequency. If you live in a place where there is more snow-fall than sunshine, snow tires might be a good fit. If you live somewhere with all 4 seasons, all-weather tires might be a better fit.
Why do people say that narrow tires work better in snow conditions compared to wider tires. Narrow tires can cut through the snow but the ice underneath would just make it too slippery right?
Why do you assume there is ice underneath the snow? In most instances there is no ice under the snow. The narrow tire can get down to the pavement easier than a wide tire.
Do I need snow tires or are all-seasons good enough?
If you live in an area where you will regularly drive in snow you should buy snow tires. While all-season tires are designed to cope in all kinds of weather conditions they are not designed to optimally deal with all conditions. In particular, they perform less well in cold conditions which would include snow and ice. The tread on snow tires is designed to grip the snow and ice better than any other tire.
Are nexan winter tires any good?
They are entry level tires and rank pretty low in the mix of things. They are average snow tires but any winter tire is better than not having anything at all.
Does changing tires to snow tires increase odometer speed?
If the snow tires have a bigger diameter than the others, the odo and the speedo will read a bit low. If the snow tires have a smaller diameter the odo and speedo will read a bit high.
