Winter Driving Aids

Driving in winter weather is more than just slow and tedious (and cold). Winter driving can be treacherous once the ice and snow starts; lack of traction means your car won’t respond the way it should, and you can easily find yourself off into the ditch (or worse). Driving in snow might be a headache and a nerve-wracking experience, but you can at least tip the balance in your favor. We’d like you to have a look at some automotive safety products that can help make a big difference for winter driving.

• Auto Socks – Not only are tire chains noisy and clunky, they are also now obsolete. Auto Socks were designed in Norway for harsh Scandinavian winter driving conditions; made from a cloth fiber that becomes rougher with more miles of use, they enhance your traction on snow and slush. It’s an ingenious product that’s easy to install, won’t break (unlike chains), and carries a two-year warranty.
• Ice Scrapers – You’ve got to get that snow and ice off the car before you can go anywhere! The ideal ice scraper can rip through ice, flex to conform to the contours of curved glass, and still not damage your car’s windshield or rear window.
• Sand Caddy – A rear-wheel-drive vehicle (especially a pickup truck) needs extra weight over the rear wheels to get any decent traction when driving in snow. Sandbags can provide that weight, but they will also inevitably develop splits and leaks. The Sand Caddy solves that problem; it’s a leakproof plastic container that you can fill with up to 40 lbs of sand, then seal tightly. It’s easy to handle, easy to store, and adds weight without mess!
• Traction Runners – What if you’re already stuck, but not so stuck that you need a tow truck? That’s where Traction Runners come in handy. Their fiber surface grip snow and ice on one side, and give your tires a dry surface for traction on the other. They dry quickly, store easily, and can fit flat in your trunk. It’s an innovative alternative to sand or kitty litter, and much less messy in the trunk of your car.