How We Evaluated We tested tire chains on Mt. Hood after a week of deep snow. The parking lots and roads we chose had been plowed and featured a variety of conditions: everything from several ...

Chains, traction tires and studded tires could all be required if to drive through the mountain passes in Washington. Here’s what to know.

The latest tire test video from Jonathan Benson at Tyre Reviews looks at chains, straps, and snow socks to suss out which is best, coming to the conclusion you should just install snow tires instead.

Studded tires Winter is studded tire season in Washington state. Drivers are allowed to have studded tires on their vehicles from Nov. 1 through March 31, according to the WSDOT.

Although tire chains can damage the roads, they are necessary to traverse the steep slopes of the Sierras, Nelson said. Traveling over Donner or Echo Summits means driving over 7,000 foot ...

Tire Chains Required: All vehicles must have approved tire chains, except four- and all-wheel-drive vehicles. Violators face a $500 fine. 4WD and AWD vehicles must still carry chains during the ...

Both tire sock brands added a significant amount of traction on slick roads, both improved the car's traction so it took 58 feet to reach the 20 mph speed. Tire socks are a legal option for ...