Category: Winter Driving

  • Are Goodyear Duratracs Good On Ice?

    Are Goodyear Duratracs Good On Ice?

    If you’re driving on a snow or ice covered road, do you have the right tires for the job? Goodyear Duratracs are an excellent tire choice. They provide superior traction and grip in all conditions. The tread pattern of these tires is made up of deep channels that give them great water dispersion capabilities as well…

  • Do Snow Tires Help On Black Ice?

    Do Snow Tires Help On Black Ice?

    Do you have snow tires on your car? If so, are they making a difference for your driving experience this winter? The answer may be yes. Snow tires are designed to provide more traction on icy surfaces than regular all-season or summer tires. But do snow tire’s help with black ice as well? A lot…

  • Why Are My Winter Tires So Loud?

    Why Are My Winter Tires So Loud?

    This winter, you’ve noticed that the sound coming from your tires has been louder than it was last year. That’s because there is more snow on the ground and less traction as a result. You may have also noticed that your vehicle feels like it’s moving slower in these conditions too. It turns out that…

  • Do Snow Tires Help On Black Ice? Winter Driving Like A Pro!

    Do Snow Tires Help On Black Ice? Winter Driving Like A Pro!

    Black ice is quite possibly the worst condition you can find while driving. Black ice looks like normal pavement while driving at speed. Usually, you find out there is black ice on the road the wrong way i.e. by a sudden loss of control. Nobody likes this and it can be very dangerous. There are…

  • What Makes A Winter Tire? Is It Really Only For The Cold???

    What Makes A Winter Tire? Is It Really Only For The Cold???

    Winter tires are a different make-up than other tires like all-terrain or all-weather tires. In fact, all-terrain and all-weather tires are great for conditions that don’t include the cold. Winter tires are special because they are designed for a wide variety of conditions that involve weather under 45°F (7°C). The rubber is different. The tread…

  • Are 10 Year Old Snow Tires Safe?

    Are 10 Year Old Snow Tires Safe?

    Snow tires are great for winter driving. Driving on a softer tire with better tread designed for ice, snow, and winter conditions can even save your life. But if you are switching between summer and winter tires throughout the year, you may find your tires are lasting many years. But are they still worth switching…

  • How Long Do All Terrain Tires Last?

    How Long Do All Terrain Tires Last?

    You might be asking yourself what is an all-terrain tire? What makes them different and are those differences right for me? All-terrain tires (A/T tires) are designed to perform on-road and off-road. They provide maximum traction and comfort in wet, dry, and even in light snow. Call them a hybrid tire. They perform adequately on…