question about rental cars and tire chains : r/PacificNorthwest
2023年12月9日 · See WAC 204-24-050: "When "chains required" signs are posted, all-wheel drive vehicles will be exempt from the chain requirement when all wheels are in gear and are equipped with approved traction devices as specified in WAC 204-24-040 provided that tire chains for at least one set of drive tires are carried in the vehicle."
ELI5: What are tire chains and how do they work?
The cleats were a fantastic analogy for sure. Since you are new to tire chains there are a few things to look out for when using them. 1. Go slow, tire chains are not for high speeds. Most manufacturers rate their chains at a max of 30MPH, do not exceed that speed or you risk breaking the chain and damaging your vehicle.
Tire chains vs. cables and winter driving tips
2011年11月21日 · Hey everyone, I live near a ski resort town in the Eastern Sierra and I will be making my first ever purchase of tire chains/cables…I grew up in the flat lands of Southern California (feel my embarrassment), so I have virtually no winter driving experience. I drive a Nissan Xterra 2WD. I am very much curious to hear from you all the pros and cons of chains …
Avis car rental: Consequences of using snow chains when …
2021年12月20日 · Generally (except for exotics and some sports cars), all rental vehicles come with "all weather" tires. If you are renting in a location that has areas where chains are required part of the year (parts of CA and maybe OR), then the local branch will be able to advise on usage (if allowed or not).
AWD and chains - General Discussion - Car Talk Community
2008年12月24日 · I bought a set of SUB s-class chains for a recent trip into snow country. My thought was that I could spend $135 on 2 sets of chains or $1200 on snow tires and rims. Like a good, prepared traveler, I fitted the chains in my driveway on a sunny 50 degree day so that if I actually needed them, I would be familiar with installation.
Rental car and snow tires / chains : r/sanfrancisco - Reddit
Most new cars, especially SUVs, come with snow tires from the factory. Airport rental places tend to use very new cars. In California, snow tire is defined as a tire with M+S marking and at least 6/32" of tread. Be safe and legal. Buy chains for your rental car and carry them if you will drive in an active chain control area.
Snow chain placement - Driving/Drivers - Car Talk Community
2011年3月2日 · On a recent weekend in the wilds of PA, we needed to install tire chains on three vehicles, all 4wd/awd. Most were of the opinion that it was best to chain the front wheels, but discussion ensued on the advisibility of placing one chain on the front and one on the opposite side rear wheel. All drivers made it out though one of the vehicles w/ 2 front chains lost rear …
Tire Chains in Anchorage? : r/alaska - Reddit
2021年11月14日 · Chains are only really needed when driving outside of city limits, and even then you can generally get away with four wheel drive and/ or studs. It's a good backup, but rarely required. You definitely should get some pointers if not proper instruction on how to drive in icy and snowy conditions.
Tire chains on a Subaru? - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk …
2010年2月6日 · The owner’s manual for the 2010 Subaru states “Tire chains cannot be used on any tires for your Legacy and Outback because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body.” How can this be for a vehicle advertised as being great for winter driving? Couldn’t they have built the car (SUV) with an extra inch of clearance? I know the argument that you rarely …
Tire chains? : r/SubaruForester - Reddit
2021年12月30日 · The Subaru manual says “Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle because of the lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body” and then “Make certain that any traction device you use is an SAE class S device, and use it on the front wheels only” so I …