The main differences between winter and all-season tires

The main difference between winter tires and all-season tires, from a technical point of view, will be explained shortly. What you should know now, however, is that the difference is immediately noticeably when you are behind the wheel, both in terms of comfort and safety, as well as overall stability. In short, you will feel a lot more comfortable driving a vehicle equipped with winter tires.

There are three areas where winter tires set themselves apart from all-season tires.

Thread depth

Winter tires have a deeper thread depth in order to avoid the buildup of snow on the surface of the tire. In doing so, more of the tire’s surface is in contact with the road and ensure that you maintain traction.

Thread pattern

A winter tire has a unique pattern that ensures that the snow and slush that accumulates on the road is evacuated more efficiently, once again improving traction.

Rubber

The most important component of any winter tire is the rubber compound which is designed to remain flexible when the temperature drops below seven degrees and even when it is freezing outside.

Thank you to Kentville Nissan for their help with this article.