Many vehicles come outfitted with all-season tires upon purchase. There are lots of reasons for their popularity. Some include their good tread life, sufficient fuel economy and overall smooth, quiet ride. They’re great for everyday performance, and these tires are built to drive under a number of conditions. Light snow and rainy, wet roads, are no match for all season tires.
All season tires are a great option for navigating South Texas, but there are big benefits to winter tires. Winter tires are designed differently to operate smoothly under harsh weather conditions.
Here are some benefits:
Tread Rubber
In winter tires, the tread rubber compounds are designed more flexible. This means they grip the road better than your typical all season tire. During very cold temperatures, the tread rubber on all season tires actually stiffens. It renders them less effective at providing good traction.
Tread Depth
Deeper tread depths on winter tires reduces snow buildup, which offers better traction while driving over snow. What’s more, the tread patterns on winter tires are designed to channel slush and expel water.
Biting Edges
Winter tires have a larger number of high sipe densities and biting edges. This helps them stick to the road during harsh conditions. In fact, they contain thousands of little slits to provide traction on ice.
The better tire will depend largely on your typical driving conditions. All season tires may be just perfect for South Texans. But the power of winter tires during bad weather shouldn’t be ignored.
Need help with your tires? Not to worry, Payne is here to help! Our South Texas new and used car dealerships have everything you need to navigate these streets in style. Stop by and visit us, or contact our Service Department for maintenance. With Payne, you’re sure to find just what you’re looking for.
