Posted on 11/15/2024
Winter Weather Driving Winter Weather Driving Driving through snow, slush, and ice is an annual Michigan pastime, and while driving through flurries or ice storms will never be fun, there are a multitude of ways to prepare yourself, and your car for a Michigan winter. One of the most important parts of your vehicle during a cold and snowy winter are your tires. Having an extra set of snow tires that are swapped on and off at the start and end of the snowy season will give you a great boost to traction and control while driving. Snow tires have tread that is deeper and wider than an average all-season tire. This helps the tire compact snow, which improves traction and handling for the vehicle. You can get a similar effect by using snow chains, chains that are fitted to your tires to improve traction and handling. They’ll cost less than a full set of snow tires, but some areas prohibit their use, as they can damage roadways. So, before you invest in a set of tire chains, make s ... read more