With a snow-filled month upon us, now is the time to be considering the best options to keep your car safe and driveable this winter. One of the best ways to safeguard both you, your passengers and your vehicle from the potential hazards this cold weather causes for road-users is to invest in a quality set of winter tyres.
Bringing a wealth of benefits, winter tyres only cost slightly more than standard tyres, and their advantageous effect for drivers, both in terms of cutting costs elsewhere and seriously improving safety make them worth the investment. Here are some of the advantages of winter tyres:
Improving braking efficiency
One serious benefit of winter tyres is that they improve the braking efficiency of your brakes, thus reducing braking distances; something crucial on icy, slippery roads during the winter months. As well as this, improving the braking efficiency means less fuel is utilised with every incident of braking, meaning your vehicle consumes less fuel; something that improves its cost effectiveness as well as benefitting the environment.
Reduce the risk of skidding
One serious safety hazard that befalls drivers in winter is that of skidding. Being in an out-of-control vehicle is, if nothing else, extremely alarming for both driver and passengers alike, not to mention the potential danger it could cause. Skids can lead to crashes and spins, impacting with other vehicles, stationary objects or even pedestrians; all of which are particularly dangerous on motorways or roads when vehicles are travelling at serious speed. By having a good set of winter tyres, the risk of skidding is considerably reduced thanks to their expert design.
Tyres stay flexible at low temperatures
Thanks to the compound winter tyres are made from which contains silica, these types of tyre are able to remain flexible at low temperatures below and beyond seven degrees celsius. This is positive as it improves road traction and reduces the risk of skidding further still.
Tread pattern means no clogging with snow
The design of the tread on winter tyres allows them to be self-cleaning, as the movement of the tread blocks acts to squeeze snow out of them. By doing this, the tread does not get blocked up with snow, improving road traction and safety further still.
Here at Oaks Services, we know that winter is a difficult season for car owners and drivers around the country, which is why we provide comprehensive breakdown and recovery services at an affordable price to all our customers. For more information, get in touch with our friendly team of experts today.
