With the arrival of autumn and the approaching winter, many car owners are thinking about which tires to choose for the cold season. Not only comfort depends on this decision, but also safety on the road.
Instructions
Step 1
Do not try to save money and ride on all-season tires in winter. This type of tire is designed for the climate of Europe and the USA, but not for Russia. At temperatures below -10 degrees, such rubber becomes quite tough, which instantly leads to an increase in braking distance. Remember that most experts have a negative attitude to this type, believing that the "all-season" does not provide the necessary comfort either in winter or in summer.
Step 2
Think about the state of the roads in your area in winter and how things are with the snow cover. Based on this, think about what you should buy: rubber with spikes or Velcro. The latter is more suitable for driving on loose snow, and also has a shorter braking distance and is more stable on the road compared to studded tires.
Step 3
Do not forget that “shod” tires behave better on ice and densely packed snow, but they make quite a lot of noise and spoil the asphalt surface. When in doubt, buy a spiked rubber, which experts recommend for mixed winter conditions.
Step 4
When choosing tires, do not forget about the standard size. In winter, the rubber should be narrower in order to improve the specific pressure on the surface. You can also buy tires one size smaller to reduce the stress on the suspension, which is achieved by reducing the weight of the wheel.
Step 5
Pay attention to the speed index, which is indicated on the side surface of the rubber. The letter L corresponds to a maximum speed of 120 km / h, N - 140 km / h, Q - 160 km / h, and so on. After purchasing and installing new tires, be sure to run them in. To do this, try not to accelerate more than 80 km / h for the first thousand kilometers and try not to brake abruptly. Remember, at this point, the tires should lock into the tread and rub in.
