What should be noted when changing to snow tires?
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Precautions for changing snow tires are as follows: 1. When changing to snow tires, replace all four tires together instead of just two. The stability of the car relies on the support of all four tires; having only two snow tires can easily cause the vehicle to veer off course. 2. Don't wait until it snows to change to snow tires. Prepare in advance because when it snows, there will be a lot of people changing tires, leading to price increases and long queues. 3. Don't mistakenly believe that snow tires consume more fuel or are noisier. Tests have shown that the fuel consumption of snow tires is not significantly different from regular tires, and the noise level is not particularly noticeable. 4. Don't assume that good driving skills eliminate the need for snow tires. When skidding occurs, the car won't respond to steering wheel commands. Although snow tires have thick treads, they are narrower and have deeper grooves, making them less durable and thus have a shorter lifespan. They should be replaced after 2-3 winters at most. However, the storage method for snow tires is also important: 1. Don't store them on your balcony as prolonged exposure can cause decomposition, affecting your family's health. 2. Avoid placing them near the kitchen as grease fumes can corrode the tires. 3. Pack the tires and store them on a dedicated tire rack, avoiding stacking heavy objects on top to prevent deformation. Characteristics of snow tires: 1. They are made of special materials that maintain good traction in cold weather. 2. The tread patterns are unique; while regular tires have about 200 groove points, snow tires have over 1,000.
