Winter tire selection and wheel vibration maintenance guide

Drivers can improve winter safety and vehicle performance by understanding tire composition and maintenance procedures. For winter driving, tires should utilize silica-rich compounds to remain elastic below 7°C. It is recommended to look for the 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake) symbol to ensure verified traction on snow, rather than relying solely on M+S markings.

Regarding vehicle vibrations, standard balancing may not resolve tremors felt at high speeds if manufacturing tolerances in the tire and rim align. In such cases, a technique known as ‘clocking’—rotating the tire on the rim to offset imperfections—or using Road Force balancing equipment may be necessary to correct deviations in roundness.