The last snow we got this year was a doozy—about a foot of heavy snow that set up like cement in my driveway. With thoughts of spring, I poured a mug of coffee, wrapped myself in a coat, hat, and ...

No matter how good a vehicle handles or how capable its 4WD system is, the tires it’s equipped with will make the difference in the cold season. Here are our top choices for every pickup truck or SUV ...

A winter tire that comes from the factory pre-studded with metal studs is the best option for serious winter conditions. Smartly designed tread channels push slushy snow and ice off the tire for ...

If you live north of the Mason-Dixon Line, it’s time to put winter tires on your vehicle. Winter tires stay flexible in cold temperatures, wick water away from ice as you drive over it, and ...

This section of the 2025-2026 winter tire guide is probably the most difficult to define. First, we need to properly define the term “truck”. For some owners, their small SUV is a truck. However, the ...

Consumer Reports (CR) recently published its review of the Best Winter/Snow Tires, selecting its highest-rated tires providing excellent grip in cold and wintry conditions. CR evaluated tires in seven ...

We've all been there at some point in our driving lives, pondering whether snow tires or all-season tires are better for wintry conditions. While not a straightforward question to answer, getting ...

Even if you have a set of all-season tires on your car, you might want to consider switching to a winter tire once summer is over. Although they're often called snow tires, calling them winter tires ...

Winter is nearly upon us. Temperatures are cold enough for water to crystallize into snow and ice, which can cause havoc with traction. If you live in an area that gets the odd dusting of snow every ...