What are winter tires?

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SanCollin
07/24/25 4:24pm
Winter tires are specially formulated with rubber compounds that maintain elasticity in low winter temperatures. During winter, lower temperatures, snow accumulation, and icy road conditions increase the risk of skidding, posing safety hazards. Winter tires are designed for use on snowy, icy roads as well as regular winter roads to ensure driving safety. As one of the most critical components of a vehicle, car tires directly contact the road surface and work in conjunction with the suspension system to absorb shocks during driving, ensuring excellent ride comfort and smooth operation. They also provide strong traction between the wheels and the road, enhancing the vehicle's acceleration, braking, and off-road capabilities. Additionally, tires bear the vehicle's weight, and their vital role in automotive performance is increasingly recognized.
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DiRicardo
08/11/25 9:04am
As a seasoned driver with years of experience, driving in the icy and snowy winters of the north always reminds me of my first time ice skating. Winter tires are specially designed for such harsh cold weather, unlike regular all-season tires that become hard and brittle as soon as temperatures drop below freezing. Their rubber compound is softer, maintaining elasticity in the cold, and the deep, irregular tread patterns are designed to grip ice or snow. In the past, I used regular tires and would feel nervous every time it snowed—braking distances would suddenly extend by several meters, making it easy to lose control. After switching to winter tires, the grip improved significantly, making turns and starts much more stable, especially feeling safer on black ice. Many people think they're only necessary when it snows, but they should actually be put on when temperatures drop below seven degrees Celsius, as roads may frost over. I recommend checking tire pressure and wear levels before winter each year to ensure peace of mind on the road.
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