are winter rims worth it?
314235
If you plan on keeping the same car for at least three years, then a second set of rims is certainly worth the expense. The reason is quite simple. ... Furthermore, with a winter-dedicated set of rims, it'll cost you only $25-$30 to have them installed on your vehicle and you'll spend less time at the shop!
758391
Other drivers have mentioned issues with traction on wet roads when pushed hard. Winter handling is pretty good on this tire. They handle light to moderate amounts of snow as well as most any all-season tire. Finally, tread life is long lasting on the Extensa A/S, which Toyo backs up for 65,000 miles.
336665
They really are worth it. Mine will be seeing in their 4th winter this year and they still look excellent, with good grips left on soles and still uber snugly! I don't think they last any longer than fake ones (not the really cheap ones but I have some from M&S that are 3 years old and are still looking good!).
390275
The simple point is this: for maximum winter driving performance a 4WD or AWD vehicle should have winter tires installed. Only winter tires can provide the depth of tread and soft rubber compounds necessary to grip the ice and snow.
273301
Winter tires are designed for traction, not longevity, whereas all-season tires are designed for lower rolling resistance and longer tread life. ... Driving winter tires in the summer can wear them out faster. That's because the rubber compound in winter tires is designed for colder conditions, not warmer temperatures.
754977
While it's more of an old wives tale now, so many people consider BMWs to be terrible bad weather cars. ... Good winter tires are of the utmost importance when it comes to bad weather driving. It doesn't matter how many driven wheels a car has, if the tires on those wheels are bad for snow, it's going to have a hard time.
1397956
It's fine as long as you've got good snow tires. But rocking all season or low tread snow tires you're going to have a bad time. The Mazda 3 is/was one of the best selling cars in Canada. ... Just invest in snow tires and you'll have no issues.
1068492
Winter tires will give you an extra edge with better performance, compared to all season tires. Mud and snow tires also called all season tires, have the letter M + S on the side. They are perfect for temperate winter conditions, with only occasional snow and ice. ... That's what gives them traction in mud and snow.
135438
All provide better handling than braking, so it's necessary to be careful though as with any tires. ... Thus, in overall they are really decent winter tires. Nexen, bravo ! And how to trust all these tire tests ?!
667985
No, it is not recommended to keep winter tires on your vehicle all year long. ... Winter tires wear much more quickly than all-season tires, especially in warm/dry conditions, so it is best to use them only during the winter season for peak performance.
616831
Duallys are just as good in the snow if not better than single tires. I may not drive my current dually in the snow but I drove two 6.5's from 1993 to 2001. With the right tires and rear I hardly needed 4x4. The added weight and the 4 narrow tires made for MORE contact on the road surface.
795301
The short answer is no. Using summer tires in winter conditions might be dangerous and risks damaging your tires. Local weather conditions are a huge deciding factor for the choice of your tires. With only occasional bouts of freezing temperatures, all-season tires could be an option for mild winter conditions.
927797
Instead, winter tyres are simply designed to be used when temperatures are low and the roads are slippery. Of course, they are far more effective than summer tyres on snow and ice, but they will provide more grip and traction even on a bone dry surface just so long as the ambient temperature is less than 7deg Celsius.
186065
In the winter they're good, not excellent, but good. Enough grip in snow and rain. The performance reflects in the price, they not the best, but great value for money. The downside is in the dry or in the summer.
1117370
Snow driving is 80% tires and 20% car. The 9-3 is fine when equipped with winter tires. The ESP works very well. AWD cars are better in the deep stuff.
993817
your car will be fine in the snow, especially if volvo still puts all season tires on their cars. ... those guys specialize in volvos and make great stuff for them.
1228955
They lower the chances of winter accidents by five percent, and with snow tires you're three percent less likely to be seriously injured or die in an accident. The cost of snow tires is well worth it compared to the cost of a wreck.