A bit pedantic, but that article makes the same mistake that most articles about tires make. Yes, softer tires do form to the pavement better, but it's not a physical mechanism like your hand not wanting to slide across sandpaper, it's actually more of a molecular level bond to the road surface. So the tire forming to the road surface allows more surface area for those bonds.
Just a nerdgasm for today.
Some winter driving advice
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Hammer166, Nov 7, 2018.
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Right. And if you bought the cheapest off-brand “made in Madagascar” drive tires you could find, there’s a real good chance you’ll be the first one to break traction once the black ice sets up, all other things being equal.Last edited: Nov 7, 2018
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I drive on ice 5 months a year, loaded then empty.
Slow down with no abrupt inputs whatsoever.
Cold ice is stickier than warm.
Your traction is minimal but gravity works the same.
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Good info from veteran drivers. But even the most experienced hands can drive into a situation. Like Den said, slowing down is priority one. Like that old trucker said. Keep the shiny side up.
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The real secret to winter driving is "drive fast so your tires stay warm."
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Hey War! I'm doing good, busy working and keeping that Sassy gal an honest woman and all that.Wargames Thanks this.
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well its still great to see ya, and say hi to the sassy one, everyone missed you guys a flos diner, our buddy EV has been running it, just about everyone is gone, but a few.
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What if you lose the road?
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