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2. Snow tire - Wikipedia

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   Studded tires are a type of snow tires which have metal or ceramic studs that protrude from the tire to increase traction on hard-packed snow or ice. Studs abrade dry pavement, causing dust and creating wear in the wheel path. [2] Regulations that require the use of snow tires or permit the use of studs vary by jurisdiction.

3. What's better for Alaska drivers: studded or studless snow tires?

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   Nov. 8—Are studless winter tires better than their studded rivals? It's a crucial question each year for many Alaskans, but especially this week in Anchorage, after the season's first major ...

4. Ice racing - Wikipedia

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   Close-up of a studded tire. Ice racing tires are either studded or non-studded. [3] Studded tires have a stud such as a screw or bolt to provide better traction and increase speed. [4] Some studs are sharpened to increase penetration. [4] Tires cannot be purchased with studs, so the pit crews need to attach the studs to the tires. [4]

5. Tire - Wikipedia

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   Tires designed for winter conditions are optimized to drive at temperatures below 7 °C (45 °F). Some snow tires have metal or ceramic studs that protrude from the tire to increase traction on hard-packed snow or ice. Studs abrade dry pavement, causing dust and creating wear in the wheel path. [27] Regulations that require the use of snow ...

6. Snow chains - Wikipedia

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   Alternatives include studded tires, which are snow tires with metal studs individually mounted into holes in the treads; emergency traction devices which may be similar to tire chains but mount around the tire through openings in the rim; and snow socks, which are fabric rather than chain or cable. These alternatives allow higher operating ...

7. Are Snow Tires a Worthwhile Investment? [Video] - AOL

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   Good tires are critical to road safety, and if you live somewhere it snows, you've likely wondered whether winter tires are worth the cost. These expert tips will help you decide.