Putting chains on tires and taking them off -- what a pain in the neck! And they have other drawbacks, too. Here's the word ...

W ith winter tightening its grip across the country, staying safe on snow and ice-covered roads means having the right ...

And, like snow tires, they are not recommended for summer use, so they need to be removed and stored. Studded tires cost slightly more than winter tires—$700 to $1,200 for a set. Chains and ...