Snow Chains

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Winter tires are made from a softer rubber compound and therefore wear out very quickly in warmer weather (the colder weather hardens the rubber somewhat reducing wear). Ideally you need two sets of wheels, one with 'normal' tires and one with winter tires. This is expensive (and a PITA to swap over twice a year) but it does mean you are unlikely to be stuck with a puncture as you've 4 additional spares you can call on if you have to.