Winter Tires vs. All-Season Tires

It’s been said before, but there’s a lot riding on your tires. So, along with making sure that you keep up to date with regular tire maintenance, it is also important that you have the correct tires on your vehicle to ensure that you enjoy maximum traction and control on the roads in and around Maple Shade all year round no matter what the weather conditions may be. This brings into question the benefits of winter tires vs. all-season tires. In this guide from the experts at Acura Turnersville we’ll compare winter tires vs. all-season tires, while also filling you in on tire pressure in winter, the pros and cons of winter tires, and winter tire storage. If you are interested in a new set of tires, you will find the right tires for your Acura car or SUV in our tire center.

The Pros & Cons of Winter Tires

While winter tires are ideal for improving your safety on wet, icy, or snowy Cherry Hill roads, there are some drawbacks you’ll want to consider. Take a closer look at the pros and cons of using winter tires:

Pros

• Unique Rubber Compound: Most all-season tires are made of a rubber compound that can freeze and get brittle when temperatures drop. Winter tires utilize a special rubber compound that stays flexible in degrees below 46-degrees Fahrenheit to ensure you enjoy maximum traction.
• Specially-Designed Tread: The tread grooves in winter tires are deeper than those on all-season tires. This can reduce the amount of snow and ice build-up so you get better grip when driving in inclement weather.
• Biting Edge Design: In addition to the ability to reduce snow and ice build-up, winter tires also have a sharper edge design that digs into deep snow and ice to give you enhanced handling and control in winter conditions.

Cons

• Wear: Warmer temperatures and the dry roads can cause significant wear on winter tires, which in turn can decrease their lifespan.
• Swapping Out: Since it is not recommended to drive on a winter tire during the summer, you’ll have to have a second set of summer tires to swap to when the weather gets warmer.

Winter Tire Storage Information & Tips

As noted, you don’t want to drive on winter tires year-round because they’re not manufactured for summer road conditions. So, winter tire storage is something you will need to plan for. Additionally, driving in the winter comes with some nuances you’ll want to be aware of for optimal safety. Here are some winter tire storage tips and driving information to keep in mind:

• Store Clean Tires: Storing tires without cleaning them could lead to corrosion which will decrease the lifespan of your tires. So, make sure to clean and cover your tires when storing them away. 
• Clean & Temperature-Controlled Storage: Your tires should be stored in a clean and temperature-controlled space so that they don’t experience increased wear. Additionally, you’ll want to stack your tires and rotate them occasionally to avoid developing any flat spots or unusual deformities on your tires.
• Winter Tire Pressure: Your tire pressure in the winter will almost always drop as the cold temperatures cause air to become less dense in your tires. We recommend you add the correct tire pressure when the tires are still cold as you don’t want to have low tire pressure when you’re driving.
• Tread Wear: It is important to regularly inspect your tire tread wear to ensure you’ve got the proper tire tread depth.

Check Your Tire Pressure In Winter With Acura Turnersville!

Whether you need help checking your tire pressure in winter or guidance with winter tires storage, you can count on the team at Acura Turnersville. We provide the full range of tire care services at our dealership in Turnersville, and our skilled technicians can help to keep your vehicle always running smooth and safe on Medford-area roads and beyond. Schedule an appointment with us the next time you need maintenance or tire service, and if you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact our service team. Our prices are very competitive and we also offer rotating service coupons and parts specials to help you save even more!