For those of us not living in SoCal paradise, it is time to start gearing up for the long, cold winter months. Time to break out the chains and get out the wool coats.
Pardon the German translation from Auto-Motor-Und-Sport:
"When the temperatures fall to minus temperatures and snow-covered roads and ski trails, it attracts the skiers to the mountains and on the slopes. But a lot will have to travel over ice and snow to the real adventure, especially if the mobile frame is not properly prepared.
The basic equipment includes - regardless of the drive concept of winter tires. For, whether front, rear or all-wheel drive, traction tires are the special beneficial in any case. And even when braking, the winter tires are superior to summer by far, even on a four-wheel model. Who is driving high-altitude regions should carry offer matching chains. Dry runs before the domestic garage also facilitate the creation of the chains if necessary...."
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