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All Season Tires Vs. Winter Tires

June 13, 2017 by Jim Hensley Leave a Comment

When the winter snow comes around, you hopefully know that your tires need to match the weather conditions. Too often we hear of accidents that are caused by using tires that can’t grip to the icy roads. This is because people can often times be ignorant of the road conditions and think that they can just get on with driving in their summer tires. GM Outlet Parts isn’t one to stand for ignorance when it comes to cars, which is why we are here to educate the importance of changing your tires!

However, when it comes to winter driving which is better: All season tires or winter tires? There are strengths and weaknesses to both which we will be discussing today. However, know this – no matter which type of tire you choose, you will be better off driving in the winter!

 

All Season Tires

All season tires are great because of the fact that it lives up to its name – you can drive with them on during any season. Whether it’s summer or winter, you will find benefits in driving with all season tires. Through puddles or through snow, these tires have traction.

All season tires are designed in a way that they will provide traction when driving through wet conditions. This can be rain, snow or anything in between. The design allows them to also provide great control in dry conditions as well. This means that no matter the weather, they will provide you with better handling and help ensure that you won’t lose control of your vehicle.

 

Winter Tires

Winter tires are great for winter driving. If you live in an area where winter means constant freezing temperatures and icy roads, then you will feel a lot more secure in your vehicle if you are driving with winter tires. This is because it offers supreme grip that will help decrease your chances of sliding on the slippery surface.

With winter tires, your braking performance will be greatly enhanced. These tires are meant to grip to the slippery surface so your glide time will be greatly reduced. Another benefit to this grip is you will be less likely to spin out when accelerating. The treading on these tires is designed to stay flexible at low temperatures to add to this increased control.

 

Which One Is Best?

The best tire for you is circumstantial. At the end of the day, winter tires are far superior for gripping and control, however, they will be easily worn out in the warmer months meaning you would have to switch them out.

All season tires can be used year round. However, you will a decreased amount of control during the winter months. With that being said, they will still have a better grip on slippery surfaces than a regular tire.

 

If you live in an area with long, harsh winters the switching to winter tires would be the best route to take. However, if you live in an area with mild and short winters that are more wet than icy, then all season tires may be right for you. In any case, both will do better than regular tires in the winter months – so make sure you make the switch!

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