Winter Tires vs. All Season Tires: What’s the Difference?

Your tires help keep you and your passengers safe on Kearney roads, so it’s crucial to have the right tires for winter driving conditions and the right tire pressure in winter. You have many choices when choosing a new set of tires, including winter and all-season tires, but how are they different, and which is best for your Grand Island needs? Here the team at Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram compares winter tires vs. all-season tires.

If you decide to swap out your current set of tires for something new, please schedule a service appointment online.

Pros and Cons of Winter Tires

Winter tires are designed for driving on slick and icy Hastings roads, but there are some drawbacks to consider. Check out the pros and cons of winter tires vs. all-season tires below:

Advantages of Winter Tires vs. All Season

• Unique Rubber Compound: Many all-season tires have a rubber compound that can freeze up and be brittle during freezing weather. Winter tires have a specialized rubber compound that stays pliable during cold temperatures, so you retain maximum control on your Lexington drives.
• Specially-Designed Tread: The grooves in winter tires are made with winter driving in mind and limit the amount of snow and ice that builds up, providing enhanced traction in harsh winter weather.
• Biting Edge Design: Winter tires dig deeper into snow and ice, allowing your new Chrysler to drive easier in harsh winter conditions.

Disadvantages of Winter Tires

• Wear: When temperatures warm back up around Kearney, driving with winter tires can cause significant deterioration and make them wear out quickly.
• Swapping Out: We don’t recommend driving on winter tires during the summertime, and you might even get a ticket. So you’ll need a second set of tires to swap out after winter. 

Winter Tire Storage & Tips

So, what should you do about winter tire storage? These are the recommendations from the service team at Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram:

• Store Clean Tires: Thoroughly clean your tires before storing them for the winter. Winter tire storage without cleaning them can decrease the tires’ life. Also, make sure you cover up your tires while storing them. 
• Clean & Temperature-Controlled Storage: Keep your tires secured in a clean and temperature-controlled environment, so they don’t deteriorate quickly. Also, stack your tires and remember to rotate them regularly.
• Tire Pressure in Winter: The tire pressure in winter drops because cold temperatures cause the air in your tires to become less dense. We at Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram recommend regularly checking for the correct tire pressure when it’s cold. 
• Tread Wear: Whatever type of tires you have, check the tire tread regularly to ensure you’ve got enough tread to keep you safe wherever you roam.

Trust Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram For All Your Tire Care Needs!

Whether you need winter tires, tire rotation, alignment, or a new set of tires, Midway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is always at your service! Please browse our service specials and let us know how we can help you today. From a new Jeep Wrangler to car detailing and routine maintenance, we’re here to assist you!