Lexus Tires
for Sale in Eugene
When you live in
a place where winter weather is as unpredictable as the Eugene, Oregon area, you're
going to want winter Lexus tires.
Winter tires
don't behave like All-Season tires, and their distinct differences can be the
difference between stopping safely and skidding out in an emergency braking
situation. Winter tires have special winter grade rubber designed specifically
to increase traction, handling, and braking in cold weather conditions.
Optimum Traction with Winter Tires.
You might be
asking, "How many winter tires should I get?"
This is one of
the most common questions we are asked in the
Lexus Service Center at Kendall
Lexus of Eugene come the winter season. Having four winter tires on the
road is not just recommended, it's necessary.
In RWD and FWD
vehicles, drivers think the two drive wheels are the only important factors
when changing to winter tires and the other two tires are just along for the
ride. This mindset is outdated and no longer relevant because the design and
composition of modern winter tires has changed ever so greatly. Today's winter
tires are made of different composites and designs that increase winter weather
traction by 25 to 50 percent more than older tires. The rubber used on modern
winter tires also helps adapt your driving experience toward dry and wet road
conditions.
Using just two
winter tires on a vehicle results in uneven traction that can have serious
handling consequences. Using four winter tires ensures optimal traction and
control for your Lexus car or SUV. Please always use four winter tires to ensure
you and your vehicle's safety as well as the safety of others on the road. The Lexus tire shop at your
Eugene Lexus dealership can help you decide what's right for your
vehicle.
Tire Traction with Traction Control.
What's the
difference between Traction from snow tires and Traction Control?
Traction control
prevents wheel spin in harsh driving conditions, but this particular system
does not create any extra tire traction. Maximum traction is always contingent
on the four contact points created by your tires. The better traction your
tires provide, the more effectively the traction control system will help you
drive safely. Cold temperatures will cause all-season compounds to harden,
which loses elasticity and traction.