Do You Need Snow Chains?

Tire chains for cars should only be used if there is a layer of snow or ice on the road. Using chains on bare pavement can cause substantial damage to both your tires and the road itself. ... On two-wheel drive vehicles, chains must be attached to wheels on the drive axle, but ideally you get them on all four.

When should I use snow chains?

When do I know when I have to put snow chains on? National Park regulations require all vehicles (except four wheel drive vehicles) in the National Park to carry chains between the June and October long weekends when driving through designated 'snow and ice' risk sections.

Can you drive in snow without chains?

Many states don't require passenger vehicles to use chains for winter driving. ... But in some states, where the majority of the residents live in a dry hot climate, you might need to carry chains into the mountains—even if you have mud and snow rated truck tires or even proper winter tires.