Weather Tyres: Summer, Winter & All-Season Tyres

Summer-biased tyres maximise warm-road grip. All-season tyres compromise for mild cold and light snow. True winter tyres use softer compounds and dense sipes for ice and snow.

Australian context

Coastal cities rarely need winters; alpine residents or regular snow visitors benefit from a second set on steel rims.

Compound and temperature

Winter rubber wears fast in heat; summer rubber goes glassy in freezing mornings.

Legal and insurance

Carry chains where signage demands regardless of tyre type — especially in NSW/VIC alpine parks.