Tyres
Winter Tyres for Vans — Do You Need Them?
Winter tyres provide superior grip below 7 degrees Celsius, reducing stopping distances and improving safety in cold, wet, and icy conditions.
Winter tyres use a different rubber compound that stays flexible in cold temperatures and has deeper tread patterns with more sipes for grip on snow and ice. They provide a significant safety advantage whenever temperatures drop below 7°C — which in the UK covers much of November through March. A van on winter tyres can stop up to 30% shorter on cold, wet roads compared to summer tyres. For vans that need to operate reliably throughout winter — especially delivery vans and utility vehicles — fitting winter tyres is a practical investment that reduces downtime and accident risk.
Key takeaways
- Winter tyres outperform summer tyres below 7°C in wet, cold, and icy conditions
- Stopping distances can be reduced by up to 30% in cold wet conditions compared to summer tyres
- For vans that operate year-round in all weather, winter tyres are a sensible safety investment
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