This article was updated in November 2025. For many of us, tire chains are a relic from a bygone era. Even here in snowy Michigan, most of us don't need or use them anymore. However, tire chains are ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Winter brings with it a host of changes to the driving experience, one of which is the need for extra grip. While plenty of people out there ...

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 ...

The fabric hoops surround your vehicle's tires to increase traction on snow and offer the ease of installation ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — With late winter snow falling across the Portland metro area, many people have been breaking out their tire chains to get around. But for some cars, chains aren’t the best ...

Chain Alternatives: Modern alternatives to metal tire chains include fabric socks and canvas straps. They're generally more affordable and easier to install but, as you'll see below, tend not to be as ...

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, ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Winter delivers the kind of harsh weather that can make driving dangerous. Slapping a set of winter tires ...

Ancra’s three X-Treme Grip Tire Chains are designed to provide added strength, durability and stability when driving in extreme weather conditions such as freezing rain, ice and snow. The V-bar tire ...

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 ...