Wrapping a snow chain around a tire allows it to bite deeper into the snow and ice, preventing your wheels from spinning out as easily. They’ll make your car a bit clunkier to drive and limit ...

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 ...