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As everyone who has spent a few winters in an extreme climate where snow and ice are prevalent on the roads at that time of year, it is very important that people winterize their vehicles. Failing to do so can lead to catastrophic failures which may result in damage, injury, and worse. There are many important aspects of a vehicle which should be optimized for winter, but nothing is more important to the winterization of your car, truck, or SUV than having the right tires for the season.
BMW winter tires are the most important way to help ensure your vehicle will be less likely to slip, skid, or otherwise go out of control on icy, wet, and slick roads. Many drivers take it for granted that all-season tires are suitable for year-round driving. That is true if you live in a climate where ice does not form on roads and winter driving conditions are relatively mild. If you live in a region where it snows heavily– or where sub-freezing temperatures are a routine, then you definitely need a set of dedicated winter tires.
Winter tires will make driving much safer during the winter’s coldest months. While it’s also true that new, all-season tires will give you a fair amount of traction during the winter, the performance they deliver is about the equivalent of the level of traction that half-worn snow tires will deliver. It’s worth noting, that half-worn snow tires are not suitable even for ordinary road conditions. What’s more, even new all-season tires are not adequate on surfaces that are covered in solid layers of slick ice.
Understanding the benefits of winter tires can help encourage people to winterize their vehicles properly. The benefits of winter tires are few, but great. That is to say maintaining control of your vehicle and obtaining a shorter breaking distance in slick road conditions don’t fill out any long bulleted list of compelling reasons, however- these benefits can mean the difference between getting to your destination, and disaster.
Another major barrier that dissuades many people from buying winter tires is the cost. Winter tires are an extra expense, and they can be more expensive than all weather tires. However, what many people fail to account for is the true risk of losing control of their vehicles- which can lead to much greater expenses, if not severe injury, lost wages, and damage to your vehicle.
Finally, winter tires, because of their design specifications- are better suited for use with snow chains. After all, if you must drive in conditions where winter tires are a necessity, snow chains should also be part of your in-vehicle winter preparedness kit.
For the 2016 season, BMW of Louisville is offering a $70 rebate with the purchase of select tires. They can help you to prepare your BMW for winter with the best winter tires available for the model you drive. BMW of Louisville carries all the major tire brands. They can also help you winterize your BMW.