5 Ways You Can Make Your Tyre Grip Better On Snowy Roads

Snow is not something that most Indians are used to. Barring a few mountainous states up north and a few states in the North-East, most of us haven´t experienced a lot of snow in our lives, let alone learnt to drive in such conditions. But nowadays, with roads trips even to the most exotic places getting easier, it´s possible that such a situation might arise. We know from the movies that driving your vehicle after a snowy night feels is quite an ordeal. The slippery roads make it particularly impossible to manoeuvre your vehicle safely. But fear not. Even a regular car's tyres can perform better with some grip enhancement techniques.

The good news is that enhancing the tyre's grip does not require much elbow grease. With a few simple enhancements, your vehicle will be ready to tackle the slippery snowy routes. Let's help your vehicle's tyres beat the slush, snow, and ice!

Add Weight on Rear Wheels

Do you know that adding weight to the back of the vehicle can help the rear wheels and front-engine gain a better grip on snowy roads? You can load up your car's trunk to get this trick right. By adding weight to the trunk, you add weight to the axle that provides power.

Drive on Tracks Cleared by Previous Vehicles

You won't have much problem controlling and manoeuvring your vehicle if you drive through a path cleared by another car. By staying in the wake of another vehicle, you can make it easy for your vehicle. One thing to keep in mind is that tightly packed snow can still be slippery. So even while following this tip, make sure to be cautious.

Use a Pair of Tyre Socks

These are not the grandmother's knitted socks we are talking about! There are tyre socks designed specially for vehicles to tackle the winters. Tyre socks work similarly to snow chains. These socks go around the tyre and help to enhance traction. Since this tool is constructed out of fabric, manufacturers market them as socks. The arrangement of fibres ensures that the ice and snow stick to them as you drive.

Get Easy-to-Install Snow Chains

Snow chains help drivers get a better grip during slippery conditions by enhancing traction. Snow chains fit on the back tyres for rear-wheel-drive vehicles. On front-wheel-drive vehicles, they go on the front tyres. Snow chains make it relatively easy and safe to manoeuvre your car on a snowy surface.

Invest in Winter Tyres

Most manufacturers recommend their car owners living in the snow belt to invest In a pair of winter tyres. The winter tyres are more versatile and practical for the snowy conditions. Investing in these winter tyres can go a long way toward your safety and your family's. These tyres are apt for icy, snowy, slushy road conditions and built for dry and cold weather.

These grip enhancement tricks for a vehicle's tyres will become your best friend during the winter. Hopefully, they'll help you drive better and be safe during the snowing season. Make sure to share these tips with your fellow drivers!