Winter Driving Tips

Winter Driving Tips — Winter driving is really tire management. Everything else — momentum, spacing, smooth inputs — follows from that.

Winter Tire Facts

• All-seasons get hard below 45°F — Grip drops.
• Winter tires stay soft below 32°F — More grip, shorter stops.
• Studded tires — Check local laws before using.
• Chain requirements — Follow posted signs.

Driving Tips

• Start slow. Stop slow. Turn slow.
• Increase following distance to 8+ seconds.
• Don't use cruise control on snow.
• Look where you want to go — your hands will follow.
• If you slide, ease off the gas — don't slam brakes.

Winter Pressure Matters More

Pressure drops ~1 PSI for every 10°F. Check tires monthly in winter — sometimes more if you see a big temperature swing.