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Dealing with the Prius in serious snow and ice...

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by PriUsr, Nov 7, 2012.

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  1. ny_rob

    ny_rob Senior Member

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    So you expect better traction from all season tires versus snow tires?
     
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    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    I hope not because that would be silly. :)



     
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    markabele owner of PiP, then Leaf, then Model 3

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    ^^^ Very interesting vids!

    What affect would running winter tires during the summer have, other than worse fuel economy? (thinking of my truck not the Prius) ;)
     
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    ^ Snow tires tend to wear fast through hot summers. Their rubber formulation is softer, and maybe too soft in summer temps? I've noticed a few cars with them though.
     
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    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    This is correct. They would wear out very quickly and could chunk apart in very high temps.
     
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    No, I got rid of the snow tires on the Prius this season because we moved to a location that barely gets any snow. I am just saying you will still get stuck with the snow tires due to the fact that you can't spin the tires at all, going up steep hill from a slow crawl is a huge issue.

    I have snow tires on my other cars as I live in an area that gets more snow.
     
    #46 cossie1600, Nov 16, 2012
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