Automotive Articles - Snow chains

Winter makes its own adjustments to the life of drivers: first of all, you need to prepare the tires for harsh driving conditions. One of the stages is the choice of chains of anti-skid and their subsequent installation. Especially important is the availability of these elements for off-road. The device offers the following advantages to the driver:

easy patency even on snowdrifts;

good control on ice;

Improved rowing ability of cars in areas with a lot of dirt.

Please note that such elements require a reduction in the speed limit: within 50 km / h. The rubber models can accelerate to 90 km / h.

Types of chains of anti-skid:

Chain "Little Scaffold": these are parallel segments, which are installed on the tires. If you ensure the correct installation of such a model, you can get reliable braking and controllability without installing longitudinal elements. Ideal for more or less unloaded surfaces, for example, with a thick layer of snow, such chains are less effective.

Chains "Rhombus / honeycomb": several links that cross each other. It features reliable grip. Have good indicators of both control and braking. The main advantage is a minimum of vibrations, which does not disturb the ride comfort.

Quickly installed models: Simplified installation was achieved through the availability of an adapter. As soon as the transport starts, the adapter automatically places the chain in the correct position.

Separately, it is worth highlighting rubber models made of special plastic. Their main advantage is the ability to drive at higher speeds. Well cope with both control under extreme conditions, and braking on the ice surface.

In the question of how to choose the snow chains, special attention should be paid to the fastening. Option with a hoop, which is mounted behind the bus: the newcomer will find it difficult to install such a model. Fastening with a cable: differs by fast installation and the availability.