Tracy’s Automotive will help you decide what tires are best for you and your car. Tracy’s carries all brands, size and style of tire to fit any vehicle or driving need.

The recent weather and its smattering of snow have left no doubt – winter is here. And while it’s supposed to be milder this week, if you drove around on slick roadways, you may be one of the drivers who’s wondering if it really makes sense to switch to winter, or snow, tires.

Are they worth the effort and expense? Well, yes, according to experts. One tire expert told the Detroit Free Press that the “difference a winter tire makes is almost unimaginable.”

The Free Press explains: “Any day now, a few million drivers will make their vehicles safer in a way most Americans never consider — by switching to winter tires. It costs money, but less than most people expect, and the difference in steering, accelerating and braking is enough that drivers in many parts of the world wouldn’t consider trusting the same tires on a sunny, 90-degree Fahrenheit day and a damp, 40-degree one, much less in an actual winter storm. …

“‘There’s no comparison of braking distance. Not just on ice and snow, but also on wet, cold and slippery surfaces.’

“Part of the difference is obvious: Winter tires, sometimes called snow tires, have different tread patterns. Like an iceberg, though, 90% of the substance is hidden under the surface. Winter tires are made of rubber compounds created to improve traction at low temperatures. The tread’s ability to grip snow or disperse water is almost beside the point.”

While that is true, the real decision comes down to you and your needs. If you park your car at the first sign of winter and don’t move it until the spring thaw, you may not need or want winter tires. If you drive long distances daily on icy, cold roads, you probably need them.

To make the right decision for you and your safety, you should have a conversation with a trusted tire technician like those at Tracy’s Automotive.

Tracy’s Automotive is here to help you. If you don’t have time or feel you can take your car to the shop, Tracy’s Automotive will pick it up at your home or work. Then, after your car is serviced or repaired, Tracy’s Automotive will bring it back to you thoroughly cleaned.

Tracy’s passion for a better tire buying, auto care and auto repair experience drove us to develop the model of Tracy’s Automotive Tire Pros. Tracy’s has turned hard work and inspiration into a booming tire and auto repair provider. Now Tracy’s has three locations and serves customers all over Wichita and Goddard – Maple Street auto care and auto repair, E First Street N and W 21st Street N.. Tracy’s is thrilled to be a part of your family’s trusted brands for all auto repair and tire needs.

Tracy’s Automotive is a proud dealer for Jasper Engines and Vogue Performance Exhaust systems.

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