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Old 01-06-2010, 08:05 AM   #2
al83s
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Kansas
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Hello and welcome to the club.
Any all season tires will improve snow/cold weather traction comparing to your summer tires and everybody on this forum is going to have their opinion on what is “the best” tire there is.
Summer tires are great for dry roads in warm weather, but during the winter – they not only lack sufficient thread to hook up on snow and ice, but also become rock-hard when the temperature decreases. I tried driving my Box during last snow storm here in KS (summer tires also) and realized it was a bad idea. Nothing like not being able to go up hill while old lady in a Buick is honking behind you lol.
Anything you choose is going to be a compromise, so it depends on how you use your car and your budget. Good quality all-season tires may suffice you, but you may also consider getting a cheap set of used wheels and putting some snow tires on them. That way – you can switch them right on your drive-way. Also, go on tire rack and read about some of the choices you have.
Just my 2 cents.
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