It's that time again, tire replacement season! At Niemi Bil, we are usually very busy during this period as our bookings for winter tires are made early in the year. You as a reader may not have had time to change yet. That's why we have written a short guide on what to consider when it comes to winter tires!
Studded or studless?
We want to be clear here – the type of winter tires you choose makes an incredibly big difference! If you travel on icy roads, packed snow and wet roads, you should always choose studded tires. As a Norrbotten company, you can say that we speak from our own experience. Studded tires are always the safest option!
Used tires?
No. Unless you are a tire expert yourself. But then you probably wouldn't have needed to read this far. New tires have better tread patterns and performance, which provides increased safety for both you and your fellow road users. If you still want to choose used tires, we recommend that you seek the help of a professional!
Choice of brand
Today, there is a plethora of car tires from different brands in several price ranges. Knowing what the difference is can be difficult for the average person – if there is even a difference. Therefore, we recommend that you talk to a garage and tell them about your needs. This way, you can quickly get several different suggestions that suit both the surface and your budget.
Dates to keep an eye on
You are allowed to drive with studded tires from October 1st to April 15th. These dates may change depending on winter road conditions. In northern Sweden, the cold nights and longer winter road conditions have meant that we usually have winter tires longer than April 15th. This is regulated by the Swedish Transport Agency!
Summer tires will be put on after April 15th.
Happy winter!
/Niemi Car
