Winter Tyres
Choose the Best Winter Tyres & Drive Safely Throughout the Winter
Driving safely in any weather condition is essential. Winter tyres help you to stay safe and in control on the road during the coldest months of the year when ice and snow can cause problems.
What Are Winter Tyres?
Winter tyres are a special type of tyre designed for winter driving. They stay flexible in colder weather conditions, so they maximise traction on snowy or icy roads.
When the temperature is below 7°C, winter tyres perform better than summer tyres, offering better grip and traction as well as better braking performance.
Do You Need Winter Tyres?
If you’re asking ‘Why do I need winter tyres?’ there are many benefits you can enjoy:
- The unique tread patterns and softer rubber compounds provide superior performance when roads are icy, snowy or wet.
- The softer rubber compound ensures that these tyres stay flexible in lower temperatures to improve grip.
- Sipes are an essential feature of winter tyres. These small jagged slits made in the tread block surface increase traction and provide hundreds of additional edges to increase the surface area and grip the road better.
- Deep tread grooves make the tyres more effective at displacing water.
- The tread pattern is designed to gather snow in the grooves and sipes. This improves grip when driving on packed snow because there is no better grip on snow than the snow itself.
Tyres for Other Seasons
While winter tyres are great in the cold weather, you shouldn’t use winter tyres in summer because they are not suitable.
The softer compound means they wear out quickly when driving in warmer temperatures, reducing their performance and their lifespan.
Instead, use summer tyres or all-season tyres, and make sure you switch them around before the weather warms up.
Find Out More
If you would like to equip your vehicle with winter tyres, contact Skidz today. We have a wide range of tyres in stock you can choose from, so contact us to book your fitting and stay safe on the roads throughout the winter.
