Driving in winter becomes very difficult due to the snow-covered and slippery roads. The normal summer tyres have been designed to be suitable for summer roads and they fail to provide the perfect balance and control during the winter season. That’s why manufacturers came up with the design of winter tyres. They have higher natural rubber content and a unique tread pattern that provides a stronger grip. Their traction mechanism is perfect to control the vehicle on icy roads. Let us understand these tyres in detail before making a purchasing decision.
Pros and Cons of Winter tyres
At SP Tyres, we offer the best quality branded winter tyres suitable for all type of car models. These tyres Shrewsbury are specifically designed for providing enhanced traction during the extreme winter conditions. It appears that they are the ultimate solution to the problem of winter driving, but like everything else, they also have some pros and cons
PROs Braking ability
One of the worst things that can happen is when a person applies brakes but the vehicle does not stop and keeps on sliding. In winter tyres there is a sturdy grip that helps the person to brake whenever needed.
Longer life of regular tyres
When the tyres are switched at regular intervals throughout the year based on the seasons, their life is getting increased as we are not riding them all year round. It may appear that we are paying for two sets of tyres, but in reality, we are saving money.
More traction and reduces aquaplaning
The tyres have tiny grooves that disperse water and reduce aquaplaning. These deeper grooves of tread hold more snow and thus enhance traction.
Improved grip
While driving, one of the most important things on the road is the grip. The biggest advantage offered by winter tyres is the enhanced grip on the road. These tyres are designed specifically to hold on to the road surface during icy and snowy conditions. The deeper treads can cut deep into the snow.
CONs Tough on roads
Winter tyres are made up of soft rubber still they can dig into roads asphalt. The tyres are useful only during extreme winter conditions. If a person drives with these tyres all year round then there is a possibility that these tyres may get damaged.
Softer rubber
As stated above these tyres are made up of rubber that is softer than that of all-season tyres. Thus there is a possibility that they might wear down more quickly. This makes it essential for us to change to all-season or summer tyres as soon as the winter is over.
Poor handling
Although a greater gripping and braking facility is offered by the road, the handling of the all-season tyres is way better than the winter tyres Shrewsbury. When a person is driving on icy conditions then he/she needs to drive with great control. There won’t be much control and handling.
