Winter driving is not a theoretical problem for engineers, it is a daily calculation for anyone who has watched a car slide ...

This article was updated in September 2023 with new products and information. A lot of drivers think they don't need winter tires, and it's true—a lot of drivers don't. However, if you live and drive ...

Snow and cold weather change everything about how a car feels on the road. Should you go with winter tires or all-wheel drive when conditions turn harsh?

I have a tire question for you. I used to live at 8,000 feet in the mountains of Colorado. I had a double-switchback driveway ...

Shopping for winter tires? Here’s what you need to know to choose the right set and avoid overspending. Winter tires provide superior grip and safety in cold temperatures, not just snow. Size down for ...

There are several features that make a snow (or winter) tire good at its intended mission, which is getting you safely through winter weather of all types, including snow, ice, slush, and even clear ...

Disclosure: MotorTrend may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our affiliate links. Winter weather presents some of the most demanding conditions most drivers will ever face, ...

Car Care is a twice-monthly series offering maintenance best practices and DIY tips for car owners. As fall turns to winter and the first few snowflakes drop on the pavement, the great winter tire ...

Colorado just turned its traction law into a personality test for skiers: are you the guy who checks tires in the rental lot, ...

I can't stand winter. I don't like being cold, shoveling snow is the worst, and I inevitably fall while walking the dog at least once. The best winters are the ones where it doesn't snow, and I tend ...

The last snow we got this year was a doozy—about a foot of heavy snow that set up like cement in my driveway. With thoughts of spring, I poured a mug of coffee, wrapped myself in a coat, hat, and ...