Winter Tires

Find the Right Winter Tires for This Year's Biggest Snow Storms

Winter brings unfavorable road conditions. When you’re driving on snow and ice, you need control for a safe driving experience. Winter tires are specially engineered to hold air in low temperatures and provide excellent traction in adverse winter driving conditions compared to off-season tires.

Ed Vintner features a wide selection of snow tires for customers in Scranton, PA, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Clarks Summit, PA, and surrounding areas.

Are Snow Tires Better Than All-Season Tires?

Snow tires have a special rubber compound designed for cold temperatures. The rubber stays pliable when temperatures drop to give you better traction.

Winter tire tread consists of sipes, or small cuts that flex and bite at snow-covered roads. Sipes disperse snow, provide better acceleration, and reduce braking distance.

When the temperature drops near freezing, all-season tires lose traction while the rubber tread on winter tires remains pliable and maintains its grip.

Tips for Purchasing Winter Tires

• Snow tires should be installed in sets of 4 to give you better control of your vehicle.
• Consider buying winter rims. They are better suited for handling abuse from winter conditions, like salt and grime.
• To prevent tires from deteriorating, store them in a temperate environment.
• Purchase and install your winter tires before snow falls to save time and hassle.

Why the Snowflake Symbol is Important

When choosing a set of winter tires, be sure to look for the snowflake logo. This logo, created by the Rubber Manufacturer’s Association, guarantees that the tires being purchased have met traction requirements and are recommended specifically for use in snow.

Stop asking yourself if snow tires are worth the investment. Snow tires can save you from fender benders. Plus, no single tire will provide the best performance in every season. Winter tires promote peace of mind and safety in winter driving conditions.

When you’re ready for your set of snow tires, come to Ed Vintner.