Can I Replace Only Three Winter Tires?

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Winter tires cannot be replaced in sets of three. You can choose to replace either two or four tires. However, between these two options, replacing all four tires with winter tires provides better performance. If conditions allow or if the driving environment is particularly harsh, it is recommended to replace all four tires. Impact of Replacing Two Winter Tires: Replacing only the two front tires with winter tires may result in insufficient traction for the rear tires, leading to oversteering or brake-induced skidding on the road. If winter tires are installed on the rear wheels only, the front tires may lack sufficient grip, causing steering issues during driving. Precautions for Replacing Winter Tires: Therefore, it is advisable to replace all four winter tires if possible. Additionally, note that tires on the same axle must be of the same specification, brand, structure, and tread pattern. After replacing winter tires, wheel balancing is required, but wheel alignment is not necessary. Skipping wheel balancing may cause tire vibration at certain speeds.