Driving advice Snow socks first look

To find out if snow socks are an easy-to-live with, affordable alternative to winter tyres, we conducted a quick test of one set on a small family car.

We paid £50 for our AutoSocks and fitted them to a Renault Modus mini MPV. In our brief test we found that they significantly improved grip on fresh and compacted snow.

Watch our video quick test to find out more.

If you want to find out all about snow socks - and see which brands make the Best Buy grade - read our in-depth Snow socks test, and check out our Snow socks explained guide.  

 

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Other sections in this guide

  1. Overview
  2. Prepare your car for driving in snow
  3. Plan and pack for snow driving
  4. Driving in snow or icy conditions
  5. Snow socks first look
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