"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As winter's icy chill sets in, the need for secure traction on snow-covered roads becomes a top priority.

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 ...

For many of us, tire chains might seem like a distant myth, something our grandparents might have used back in the day but we've never even seen in action. Even here in snowy Michigan, most of us ...

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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Anyone who lives in a snowy state probably already knows about tire chains. These seasonal tools are literal chains that wrap around tires to ...

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 ...

From Flex-Trax, GoClaws are an engineered tire-traction system for use in mud, sand, snow, and ice, said to be much easier to install and more likely to stay on than chains. It’s a unique ...

If you regularly drive in snow and ice, a set of winter tires is a wise investment and suffices for most situations. But for more treacherous cold weather driving, adding chains to winter tires ...

SEATTLE — With most of the mountain passes open for skiing, winter sports enthusiasts will be flocking to higher elevations to take advantage of the snow. In many places, tire chains are required to ...

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 ...

SEATTLE — With most of the mountain passes open for skiing, winter sports enthusiasts will be flocking to higher elevations to take advantage of the snow. In many places, tire chains are required to ...