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The cost of auto repairs will add up fast, especially when your car goes off the road because you lose control. But something that can help is making sure that before the harsh weather hits, you have winter or at least all-season tires. Here are a few things you should know before you venture out and buy new tires for your vehicle. 

All-Season Tires: The appeal of all-season tires comes from the desire to have tires built for driving in dry, wet, and snowy conditions. All-season tires are ideal for those who live in areas like Texas or Florida that do not typically get hit with a lot of snow or ice storms. Here are some features of the all-season tires we carry at our tire shop:

1.    Tread Pattern: The tread pattern of all-season tires is typically different on the outer and inner parts of the tire. This allows there to be tread that provides the ideal traction for dry or wet conditions. 
2.    Rubber Compound: All-season tires are made of a combination of synthetic and natural rubber because the natural rubber gives the tires elasticity while the synthetic rubber gives tires strength and durability. 
3.    Performance: The ability of all-season tires to perform well on dry and wet terrain makes them an attractive choice for those who live in areas with milder winters or unpredictable weather conditions. The only terrain that all-season tires tend to struggle in are conditions of a lot of snow and ice, which require winter tires. The staff at our tire shop, Odessa Tire Center, can provide more information about all-season tires if you need assistance picking out the right tires for your vehicle. 

Winter Tires: Another common name for winter tires is snow tires because winter tires are typically reserved for wintry weather months. Here are some features of winter tires:

1.    Tread Pattern: Winter tires tend to have a deeper tread pattern to help your vehicle keep traction in snowy conditions. These deeper tread blocks are designed to dig into snow and ice when the weather is bad, to keep you from slipping and sliding on the roads.
2.    Rubber Compound: Winter tires are made of tread rubber, which is softer and more elastic than the rubber used for summer tires. Tread rubber allows the tires to remain soft in freezing temperatures, so there is less risk of sliding or tires popping. 
3.    Performance: Winter tires provide superior control in extreme weather conditions that involve snow and slush. So, if you live in a state like New York, winter tires will be necessary to stay safe on the roads throughout the winter. The winter tires at our tire shop will provide steady traction for your vehicle throughout the winter months. 
Contact our tire shop for additional help trying to figure out what tires to buy for the wintry weather or rainy season. We also have auto repair services available for those who live in or around the Odessa, TX area.