Now that winter is approaching, the question comes up whether it makes sense over the long run simply to mount your snow tires on their own rims. And, are there any problems that are sidestepped by buying the extra rims?

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One thing I've realized in driving on a lot of snow and ice this year is that ice presents a challenge for any driver, and tires vary in their ability to navigate safely when roads turn to ice. About all that can be said is that some tires perform better than others on ice, but some are downright lousy and pose real dangers.

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Snow Tires: If you don't live in Key West, you may be faced every few winters with getting the right snow tires for your vehicle. All season tires can be OK for regions that experience only light snowfall during the season, but, where significant snowfall occurs, don''t fall for the notion that you can ge by without winter tires. There have been a number of advances in snow tire technology. This article delves into several factors that it's well to keep in mind as winter approaches.

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