The 5 Best Snow Tires For Your Truck
Black ice is no joke. The thin, clear, coating it leaves on the surface of the pavement is almost invisible. For truck drivers, black ice can be a major threat. The culprit gets its name due to our ability to see the black tar beneath its layer, unlike thick ice which freezes white. Black ice is often mistaken simply as wet pavement which makes the risk of a serious accident or skid-out an all-too real possibility. Hino drivers must always remember to keep a slow and steady speed while driving along Canada’s roads and highways this winter. It’s much better to be late on a delivery than to sacrifice your personal safety. Black ice is especially tricky on sharp corners and bends in the road. Due to their extreme weight, sometimes sudden turns or quick braking can be a challenge for even the most experienced truckers. If you encounter black ice, you’ll need a good set of winter tires to carry you to safety. We’ve outlined 5 of the best brands for your light-duty, medium-duty and heavy-duty trucks this winter.
Cooper WEATHER-MASTER
For truck drivers looking to steer clear of snow and ice, these studded winter tires get the job done. The Cooper WEATHER-MASTER was designed with high-traction treads that grip the road, while providing a smooth and quiet ride.These tires come with D Squared" Sipe Technology (density x depth) which enhances winter performance while maintaining excellent wet traction. Even if there’s no snow or ice, the WEATHER-MASTER tires will keep you safe from black ice. Their patented "Snow Groove" design technology also provides excellent snow and ice traction without reducing tread element stiffness.
Nokian Hakkapeliitta
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta winter tires are studless and offer supreme handling of any roadside condition, wet or dry. Special technologies in the rubber compound, like the diamond-tough grip particles cling on to the driving surface and improve the tire's ice grip. A series of pocket-shaped pump sipes on the outer edge of the tires ensure good contact with the road’s surface and there are even built in slush-penetrators on the critical shoulder area to prevent that annoying backsplash!
Firestone Winterforce
The name says it all. Firestone Winterforce tires were built to handle some of the worst driving conditions. Winter storms are all too common across Canada, and when you’re making a snowy delivery, you want to do it comfortably and safely. The Firestone Winterforce tires deliver the best traction in even the worst winter scenarios. Their directional tread pattern optimizes performance in both wet and dry conditions and helps to increase fuel efficiency.
BFGoodrich Commercial T/A Traction
These winter tires will power your truck through even the worst road conditions. The traction on the BFGoodrich Commercial T/A traction tires feature deep lateral grooves to grip the road. Two steel belts and an aggressive tread design cut through slush, snow, ice, mud and other debris. They are also excellent for off-road driving conditions, particularly dirt roads or loose surface areas. In the winter, if the area you’re driving your truck through hasn’t been plowed, you’ll have no trouble tackling the surface to get to your destination.
BFGoodrich All-Terrain
The BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires are a popular favourite amongst many truck drivers. They offer 10% more mud traction and 19% improved snow traction. They also have an exceptionally high rating when it comes to off-road driving conditions and braking response times. Two strong steel belts and one full-width nylon cap ply result in internal strength. Side-biter lugs and mud-phobic bars also improve traction and prevent build-up. This brand of tires was designed with specially formulated tread rubber and stone ejectors to cut back on daily wear and tear.
Are you looking for the best snow tires for your truck? At Somerville Hino, we can help! Our team of experts can provide you with the advice you need. Give us a call today at 1-(877) 650-6296 or contact us online. Already have your winter tires but need a hand with installation? Book a service appointment with our team and get ready to take on the snow!
