Winter's right around the corner, and driving in the Bellevue, PA area becomes increasingly treacherous as December approaches. If you want to ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers, now's the time to start thinking about getting winter tires from our service department experts.
The Benefit of Winter Tires
To the casual eye, there is little difference between a winter tire and an all-purpose or summer tire. But there are two key areas in which winter tires make driving in cold, snowy, and icy conditions much safer. The first is the compound the tire is made up of; the second is the tread pattern.
A summer or all-purpose tire is designed with a specific temperature range in mind and to be able to absorb the heat of roads in the warmer months. But when temperatures fall, the type of rubber compounds in those tires stiffens and gets less traction. A winter tire is engineered from a specific rubber formula that maintains its pliancy even in cold temperatures, gripping the road correctly.
The tread pattern of a winter tire is deeper, with more sipes and slots to grip the road surface even through snow and ice. When driving on slippery and treacherous surfaces, winter tires can be the difference between skidding out of control and maintaining your stability.
Our Service Center Has a Wide Selection of Winter Tires
At Classic Chevrolet, our service center is fully equipped to set you up with winter tires to match the optimal pairing for your vehicle, no matter the make and model. Our staff can draw on their knowledge and experience to give you a recommendation if needed, and we'll be happy to put the tires on as well if you desire.
Winter is fast approaching. Swing by Classic Chevrolet and equip yourself with winter tires.