What are the best tires for winter driving?
Know the tires you need for winter driving, and how to maintain them for increased 轮胎安全.
All tires are not created equal — they're designed for different road and weather conditions. 事先知道你的车上有什么 这个冬天你要出门.
轮胎的种类
- 全季轮胎 offer moderate traction in a variety of conditions, 从雨到小雪, but are not as effective in extreme weather. 全季轮胎 are a good choice for climates w在这里 temperatures generally remain above freezing; but they start to harden and provide less traction at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Because they are made of harder compounds, these tires typically have a long life.
- 全天候轮胎 are available in two primary models: one for rain or light snow and another for more challenging conditions, 如泥和中雪. The tread of all weather tires expels water, making their traction better than all season tires. They stay relatively supple in cold temperatures but don't provide as much traction as true snow tires.
- 雪地轮胎 provide the most effective traction, braking and handling control for winter driving on snow and ice. 雪地轮胎 are made of compounds that remain pliable in cold temperatures, allowing them to grip the road better. Drivers in extremely snowy areas may choose studded snow tires, which are tires with surface openings w在这里 metal studs can be anchored. 不像其他轮胎, snow tires must be put on at the beginning of the snow season and removed when warmer weather returns.
冬季轮胎安全提示
- Look for tires with a mountain and snowflake icon. They will provide traction and function well at low temperatures.
- Always install four snow tires instead of two. Cars with only two snow tires have less traction and tend to spin out of control.
- 保持轮胎适当充气. Winter's cold temperatures can cause the air in your tires to contract, 导致轮胎压力降低. Your 车辆's tire pressure should be checked at least once a month using an accurate pressure gauge.
- Remember that 车辆 safety systems, like antilock braking systems (ABS), traction control and other advanced 稳定控制系统, cannot compensate for poor tire traction. The best way to maximize your safety is to make sure your tires are suitable for the conditions you must drive in.
了解更多关于 轮胎安全 from the National Highway Traffic 安全 Administration.
