For many of us, tire chains might seem like a distant myth, something our grandparents might have used back in the day but we've never even seen in action. Even here in snowy Michigan, most of us ...

With winter tightening its grip across the country, staying safe on snow and ice-covered roads means having the right equipment at the ready. These editor-tested tire chains can mean the difference ...

Snow chains, often called tire chains, are installed around a vehicle’s tires to help achieve maximum traction when driving on slippery surfaces like snow, ice and even mud. They are an ideal tool to ...

This story was updated in December 2022 with new products and info. Winter storms seem to be getting more and more fierce—and more and more frequent. As winter time ramps up, it's important to be ...

What's the difference between tire chains and cables? It looks like cables are cheaper and better for traction. any other pros and cons? I couldn't find much from the online faqs. <BR><BR>Also, my car ...

A remarkable amount of snow is falling from the ominous clouds hovering over U.S. 395 near Mammoth Lakes, California. Outward visibility has been reduced to near whiteout conditions and the snowplows ...

YAKIMA, Wash. - The winter driving season might not start until later this month, but today marks the first day that motorists can drive on studded tires. The tires, which have dozens of spikes, ...

Semi truck drivers face a different kind of winter than the average commuter, with 80,000‑pound rigs that must keep freight ...

Q: I hear that chains should be put on one’s front tires. … My neighbor tells me chains should only go on one’s rear tires. … My mechanic says front tires. Bill Maly and many others A: Chains should ...

Onspot Automatic Tire Chains allow the operator to engage and disengage tire chains at the flip of a dashboard switch without stopping to enhance traction and reduce braking distance on snow and ice ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Oregon and Washington residents are now legally allowed to put studded tires on their vehicles in preparation for the winter season. In both states, drivers can use studded ...

Semi truck drivers often use snow chains rather than winter tires because of their added safety, as well as the price of ...