Chevrolet Parts 101: All-Season Tires vs. Snow Tires

Every season poses driving challenges, but winter’s ice, snow, and unpredictable weather may be the most challenging. While maintenance matters, one of the most essential items for your car, truck, or SUV might be tires from our Chevrolet parts department. If you’ve wondered whether you need snow tires or all-weather tires are good enough, Scott Chevrolet answers some common questions. 

When Should I Switch to Snow Tires?

If you’re doing a lot of winter driving in cold, snowy, and icy conditions, you may switch to snow tires. Snow tires have wider grooves and a unique chemical make-up, which helps to provide the flexibility, pressure stability, and extra traction you need to stay in control on winter roads and to get rid of ice and water build-up more easily.

When Should I Keep All-Season Tires?

It’s not unusual for drivers to hold onto their all-season tires, even in winter. After all, swapping out your tires can be costly and time-consuming, and you may find yourself driving in environments where they’re not necessary or even a hindrance.

It’s perfectly acceptable to hold onto your all-season tires through the winter, but there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. Ensure you get them inspected at the start of the winter season to know there is enough tread for safe, controlled winter driving. You also want to check the balance and pressure and rotate them to ensure even wear. Through the winter, check the pressure regularly; temperature fluctuations cause pressure variations, so you may need to make minor adjustments occasionally.

Schedule Tire Service in Allentown, PA

When it comes to safe winter driving, Scott Chevrolet has your back. Visit the parts department and service center at our Allentown Chevy dealership for year-round service that improves every drive today!

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