Do 4WD Vehicles Need Winter Tires in Northeast China?

[KateFitz]

Whether 4WD vehicles need winter tires in Northeast China depends on the specific situation. Advantages of winter tires: Winter tires use special rubber compounds to increase friction on snow and ice surfaces. Their main benefits include improved traction and safety on snowy/icy roads. The tread material is softer, and the specially formulated silica-mixed rubber compound allows closer contact with smooth ice surfaces, generating greater friction than all-season tires. This significantly enhances vehicle control and safety on slippery ice. When temperatures drop below 10°C, winter tire surfaces become even softer for better grip, whereas regular tires harden in cold conditions. Working principle of winter tires: The tread that contacts the road surface uses a special silicon-containing compound that remains exceptionally soft at extremely low temperatures, providing outstanding ice traction. The tread pattern typically employs cross-Z-shaped siping technology, which not only improves braking performance on snow/ice (shortening stopping distances) but also delivers ideal traction.