When the Longmont, Colorado, winter hits, it’s time to start thinking about winterizing your car. And among the biggest things you can do to prepare is to change out your set of regular tires for some winter tires.
Learn what you need to know about winter tires below, and then head into Valley Nissan of Longmont to speak to our staff about outfitting your vehicle with a set.
Winter Tire FAQs
What are winter tires?
Winter tires, or snow tires, have tread patterns that are much deeper and more aggressive than traditional tires. Winter tires are also made from a special rubber designed to perform under cold temperatures.
Some winter tires even have small metal or ceramic studs that protrude from them to help increase traction on snow and ice. Winter tires often have identifying markings on the side such as MS, M/S, M+S, or the words “mud and snow.”
How are they different from all-weather tires?
It would be normal to assume that “all-weather” tires would include snow and ice. This is true, but only to an extent. All-weather tires are good for all types of mild weather. But more demanding winters, like the ones in Colorado, require a more demanding tire.
In addition to having more shallow treads, all-weather tires are made of rubber that stiffens up under extreme cold and creates less traction. But the rubber used on winter tires remains soft during extreme cold and continues to provide the traction needed during winter conditions.
How do winter tires work?
Winter tires have a single directional tread pattern that helps prevent hydroplaning by pumping water out and away from the tire so it can maintain direct contact with the ground.
And just because you don’t get any snow doesn’t mean you may not need winter tires. The rubber in winter tires remains soft and pliable in cold conditions, which helps to maintain their integrity and performance.
Get Your Winter Tires at Valley Nissan of Longmont
You can shop for your set of winter tires online with Valley Nissan of Longmont, and schedule an appointment for our team of technicians to install them for you. And if you get a flat tire, we’ll fix or replace it for you under our road hazard coverage. Also, be sure to browse our ongoing service specials to see how you can save money on tire rotations, a winter maintenance package, and more.
Speak to our team in Longmont, CO, about getting a set of winter tires for your vehicle, and stay safe on the road this holiday season.
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