Is October too early to switch to snow tires?

[MorganLynn]

It is not too early to switch to snow tires in October. The weather in October tends to have significant temperature differences between morning and evening. Snow tires are not only for snowy conditions; they should be installed when the local temperature drops below 7°C to enhance the vehicle's traction and ensure more stable driving. Snow tires offer excellent drainage: In terms of appearance, unlike regular or unidirectional tires, snow tires feature asymmetric directional tread patterns. They have more grooves, meaning a higher proportion of the tire surface is covered with grooves. The higher the proportion, the better the drainage. Snow tires typically have at least 1,000 fine grooves, whereas regular tires have around 200. Snow tires improve safety: Snow tires are made of softer materials compared to regular tires, primarily due to special tread formulations. For example, silica-compound rubber blends are designed to grip icy surfaces more tightly, generating greater friction than all-season tires. This significantly enhances the vehicle's handling and safety on slippery ice.