Snow Chains (Tyre Chains)

Some mountain roads require them or require them to be carried. They are fitted on the driven wheels unless the manufacturer says otherwise. Driving speed with chains is limited, often to around 50 km/h. Practise fitting chains at home before you need them in the cold. Textile snow socks are an alternative accepted in some places.

Metal links or cables lie across the tread and bite into snow and ice.

Check that the car allows chains on its tyre size, because wheel arch clearance can be tight. Remove chains on clear roads, as they damage the road and the tyres.