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 ...

In the winter, there are times when most drivers wish they had a bit more traction, particularly when scaling a slippery hill or ascending an icy driveway. Beyond winter tires and all-wheel drive, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

Now being marketed by Advanced Traction Systems, this alternative to snow chains is an injection-molded, high-strength and high-durability polyurethane assembly. It offers a smoother ride and longer ...

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 ...

AutoSock AS, the provider of an Alternative Traction Device (ATD) for commercial vehicles, announced its product lines covers several wide-base single tires. The patented textile cover ATD is ...