Situational Winter Tire Requirement Comes to an End

"More important than the date is the local weather: April is known for its sudden weather changes, and in higher altitudes, it can still be very cold in the morning," says ÖAMTC tire expert Steffan Kerbl. He recommends switching after the end of the situational winter tire requirement only when temperatures consistently remain in the double digits.

End of the Situational Winter Tire Requirement: Make Tire Changes Dependent on Local Weather

If the tread depth of the winter tires is close to the allowed minimum of four millimeters at the end of the season, they should not be used in the next winter. "You can certainly 'wear out' 'old' winter tires for some time and thus spare the summer tires. But at the latest, when summer temperatures exceed 25 degrees, the winter tire significantly deteriorates due to the soft compound - then summer or all-season tires should be fitted," explained the mobility club's technician. Using all-season tires saves you from changing twice a year, potential tire depot fees, or storing them in the basement yourself. They are suitable with limitations: "If you mostly drive in flatlands or urban areas and are rarely confronted with ice and snow, all-season tires are definitely an option," said the expert.

(APA/Red)

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