What is the best type of tire to have for winter?

Question

I live in Oregon and there is a lot of black ice, some snow, and rain. I have looked at a couple different types like studless snow tires or studded snow tires. I don't know the difference or which is best. If you have experience or knowledge on this subject let me know. And Iet me know what questions I should ask the tire people and which brands are the best.

Answer 1

If there is a lot of snow/ice on the streets, then studded tires would work ok, but they would be really annoying and give a bumpy ride on normal street terrain, so I wouldn't recommend those. If it snows quite a bit, then just regular studless snow tires would be best, and if the conditions worsen, you can always put chains on your tires.

Answer 2

Blizzac All weather or all season tires are all I've ever needed and I live in Alberta. We have about a foot and a half of snow right now. Some people will try to sell you tires just for winter but you really don't need them. Bf Good year are also good tires.
I am 33 and the only time I ever put studded tires on was when I was driving a very light vehicle, it was a chevy S10 and had no weight to it. But I have had many cars and never needed studded tires. I now have a large truck, and no studs.

OK... who gave us all low ratings here? Because I know for a fact that my info is very accurate, I live in northern alberta, damn near the northwest territories, and you gonna tell me I don't know my tires... Well, we'll see who hits the ditch first... I've never actually hit the ditch by the way, and I'm a woman.

P.s Been driving in winter conditons for over 15 years

Answer 3

Studded tires mean they have small metal studs in them, this greatly increases there performance in ICE conditions however they are a bit noisy and make the ride much different. Studdless tires are just that no metal studs most are a bit louder than regular touring tires but they also increase the traction in winter conditions. because all snow tires are made of a much softer rubber compound they recommend takeing them off as soon as the whether starts to get warmer as the hot road tempuratures cause faster wear. most states have a date by which studded tires must be taken off the vehicle. If you travel out of state or plan to with studded tires make sure you check to see if they are legal in the state you are traveling to.

On another note if you are looking for a year round tire that is also a snow tire check out:http://greendiamondtire.com/

Answer 4

Take a look at the winter tires on the Tire Rack web site. I have used Bridgestone Blizzaks. Fantastic tires. I have driven from Indiana to Petoskey with snow all the way. I passed vehicle at will due to all the traction from the Blizzaks. 1994 front wheel drive Chevy. The Tire Rack is in South Bend Indiana.

Answer 5

Ever since I went into the arrangement where I change tires twice a year- once just before winter to snow tires and then before spring to all season I have felt so confident about driving. Be careful about snow tires during the rain. They slip on wet roads-poor performance.

Answer 6

Studded snow tires.

Answer 7

Nokian Hakkapellita tires. They're studdable, and have the same soft compound as bridgestone blizzaks. I have a set on my truck, and i wouldnt trade them for any other tire. When you go to ask about tires, ask about road hazard waranty. Most winter tires dont have treadwear or road hazard waranty, but its always good to ask about it.

Answer 8

All season type tires, or even winter, snow tires.

Answer 9

studded tires are good, but you have to remove them by april i think...
i just took the road test

Answer 10

Michelin X-ice are about the best