Do you live or plan to travel to a part of the country that experiences snow during the winter months? If so you may have already taken our advice about how to prepare for winter conditions. When it comes to getting your car or truck in tip top shape to handle snow and ice, special attention should be paid to the rubber that meets the road. Here the Ron Carter Team explains why snow tires can make a noticeable difference when driving in the winter.
The name says it all- Blizzak, Ultra Grip Ice, X-Ice and LTX Winter. These are partial names of brand name tires that are available for drivers who anticipate negotiating winter road conditions. These tires are specifically designed to handle the worst winter has to offer. Your Houston car dealer may not have these tires in stock (due to the lack of winter weather in the area) however you may be able to have these tires ordered if you are traveling to a snowy destination.
Dedicated snow tires- Snow tires differ from all-season tires in many ways. The actual material used to manufacture the tire is designed to handle the severe winter temperatures that accompany snow and ice. Special tread designs allow snow tires to cut through elements while providing maximum traction in slippery conditions. Ron Carter Ford can help you find the right kind of tire your make/model vehicle.
Cost effective in the long run- If you have never purchased snow tires before, you may be in for a case of sticker shock when you price these specially designed tires. Drivers who are in genuine need of a good set of snow tires should not balk at the price as the cost of an accident or worse is much more expensive on many different levels. Snow tires are made to help drivers operate vehicles in extreme winter weather conditions. For this reason the team at Ron Carter Ford recommends any vehicle which will experience these conditions be fitted with quality snow tires. If you have questions or need more information contact your local Houston Auto dealer for more information.