Windell, Keith ; Wetherell, Robert . 2013. Evaluation of Winter Tires. 1367 2310P. Missoula, MT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program.

Traction is important when driving during severe weather conditions. Some Forest Service vehicles are driven in locations that require more traction aids than others. This tech tip evaluates two alternatives to tire chains: studded tires and studless winter tires.

Keywords: fleet management, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, safety at work, siping, working capital funds

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