For most drivers, we might not realize that the tires we drive on may need to be changed based on weather and temperature conditions. Think of it this way: when it’s summer, you wear a t-shirt, and when it’s winter, you wear a coat. Similarly, your vehicle needs to be adequately dressed depending on the driving conditions. Because of this, you may need to consider winter tires for your Nissan car, truck, or SUV.
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Knowing That You Need Winter Tires
You may think that because you are driving on all-season tires, you are covered. However, all-season does not mean that the tires will operate the best in snow or icy conditions. Winter tires are designed specifically for cold weather and wintery conditions. They are constructed with unique compounds and treads that will give your vehicle better traction in cold and icy conditions.
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Know Your Vehicle Tire Size
To find out the size to purchase, simply look at those numbers on the sides of your tires. The numbers will always be different depending on your vehicle. You can also find those numbers listed on the driver’s side of your vehicle’s door frame. It’s essential to know them because you can’t just buy any tires. The numbers have to match, or the tire won’t fit on your vehicle.
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Purchase Your Tires From a Shop You Can Trust
If you invest in tires that will provide smooth and safe driving conditions, be sure to purchase your tires from an approved and reputable tire shop. In this way, you will be getting a knowledgeable and trustworthy representative who can guide you to the best and safest tire option for your vehicle.
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Learn about the Types of Tires
There are two main types of tires designed for winter: performance and studded. Performance tires are less aggressive and are built for times when roads have snow and when roads are clear. The more aggressive of the two, studded tires are specially designed with winter compounds that will provide traction for whatever winter conditions are on the road. They have a superior grip in both snow and ice.
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Know the Types of Winter Conditions You Drive-In
Are you driving in snow most of the time? Or are you driving in the snow sometimes and on clear roads at other times? Depending on your answer, it will change the type of tire you need. If you often drive in snowy and icy conditions, a studless tire is probably best for you. They have the best snow and ice traction. If you will be driving in some snow and some clear and dry surface conditions, a performance tire may be right for you.
Wintery conditions require tires to keep you safe in cold and snowy conditions, so don’t take any chances with all-season tires. Shop tires from DARCARS Nissan of Rockville, where we can assist in making sure you have the right tires for your vehicle year-around.
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