Tire Chain : What is it?
| Tire chains are heavy metal chains wrapped around tires to increase their traction when driving on icy, snowy, and wet surfaces. They are commonly used by drivers who live in hilly or mountainous areas for their driving safety. They are available in diamond, cable, and link types.
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Kinds of Tire Chains include the following: |
Diamond tire chains
- Diamond tire chains are metal strands linked together that form diamond patterns.
- They provide lateral stability and increased grip on slippery or wet surfaces.
- They also help cars drive smoothly over rough terrain.
Cable tire chains
- Cable tire chains are made of flexible cables.
- They are secured to the tires by rubber tighteners.
- They are ideal for all-traction use especially in icy and snowy road conditions.
- They are designed to last longer than ordinary tire chains.
Link tire chains
- Link tire chains are made up of metal links with at least two spaces in between each row.
- They are usually plated in zinc that resists rust and corrosion.
- They require a short distance to make a complete stop.
- They have increased starting traction.
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Installation: For easy installation, choose a tire chain that easily secures around the tires using automatic snaps.
Traction: For driving on wet or icy surfaces, choose a tire chain with D-shaped links that provide dig-deep traction.
Rust resistance: Choose a tire chain coated in manganese alloy zinc for rust resistance.
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