Winter & Snow Tyres
We stock a wide range of winter tyres for cars, vans and 4x4s at competitive prices to make sure you don’t get caught off guard by the changing seasons. Our range also now includes snow tyres, so you're covered in times of extreme weather. We stock winter tyres from all major brands including Michelin, Pirelli, Goodyear and Continental.
Find the best winter tyres for your vehicle, buy online and get them fitted at a date and time that suits you. With ATS having over 235 centres nationwide, it is easy to search for your winter wheels and tyres and book an appointment online at an ATS centre near you.
Popular Winter Tyres
Below is a selection of our most popular winter tyres from leading tyre brands such as Michelin, Avon & Continental.
Avon WV7 Snow
The Avon WV7 Snow tyre is a performance winter tyre with excellent traction in snow, ice, slush and wet conditions.
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G-Force Winter 2
BFGoodrich G-Force Winter is designed for safety, with improved snow grip and ice braking, and good wet braking performance.
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Pirelli Cinturato Winter
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter tyre offers thehighest level of winter technology and has been developed to achieve maximum safety and control in all winter conditions.
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ContiCrosscontact Winter
The ContiCrossContact™ Winter Tyre is designed for high water absorption and drainage, with it's sipe concept giving it stability and supports a direct distribution of force.
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Dunlop SP Winter Response 2
The Dunlop SP Winter Response is a winter tyre that provides increased grip, more control, and improved levels of response in winter driving conditions.
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Yokohama BluEarth Winter
The BluEarth® Winter V905 is a high-traction winter tyre that performs best when conditions are at their worst, giving you the confidence to take on everything winter throws your way.
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Discover more about Winter Tyres
What are winter tyres?
As the name suggests, winter tyres are specialised tyres that are designed to improve grip in winter conditions and cold temperatures. The best tyres for winter driving are made from a flexible rubber compound and have a larger tread depth to provide greater traction and stability in cold weather.
Benefits Of Winter Tyres
A winter tyre is created specifically for the purpose of providing as much traction as possible during winter months, so that your car can stop as effectively as if you were driving on a dry and warm day. Winter tyres have deeper grooves in their treads to help the car deal with snow and increased levels of road debris, aiding traction on ice. They also provide greater grip in temperatures below 7°C and shorter braking distances.
How much do winter tyres cost?
Typically, winter tyres tend to cost more than summer tyres. However, like all regular car tyres, the cost depends on the size, make and model of your car.
Despite being slightly more expensive, winter tyres are a sensible and economical choice for those who live in areas that frequently experience winter conditions and temperatures below 7°C. Fitting winter tyres also prolongs the wear of summer or regular tyres, so they won't need replacing as often.
Are winter tyres worth it?
Winter tyres can benefit your car as soon as the temperature dips below 7°C. If you live somewhere that frequently experiences these cold temperatures and wintry conditions like ice and snow, investing in winter tyres is advisable. To ensure maximum protection, we recommend fitting the tyres between October and March every year. This allows for the cold of winter as well as making sure you are covered for the chill of autumn and spring mornings. Read our blog for more guidance on when to change your tyres.
How long do winter tyres last?
Winter tyres usually have a similar life span to regular car tyres and should last around 20,000-40,400 miles. However, due to their softer rubber compound, if you use winter tyres during the summer they're likely to wear out much quicker.
Can I use winter tyres all year round?
Although it isn't illegal to use winter tyres all year round, we don't recommend it. Winter tyres are made from a special rubber compound that, in warm conditions, can become too soft, reducing traction and braking control. Using winter tyres in summer will also cause them to wear much faster, meaning you'll have to replace them much sooner.
Do winter tyres use more fuel?
There's not much difference in fuel consumption between regular tyres and winter tyres. However, using winter tyres in summer will use more fuel, as they will have a higher rolling resistance on warm roads.
Are winter tyres noisy?
Because of their deeper tread, winter tyres can be slightly noisier than regular tyres.
Does fitting winter tyres affect insurance?
No, fitting winter tyres will not affect your insurance and there's no need to inform your insurance provider. You'll only need to let your insurance provider know if you change the entire wheel. However, mixing winter and summer tyres may invalidate your insurance, as it can cause various problems with handling and stability.
Are winter tyres a legal requirement?
Unlike a number of other countries in Europe, it is not a legal requirement to have winter tyres under UK law. This is in part because the UK does not experience as harsh winters as other parts of the EU and even though the tyres can be beneficial, they may not be needed to the same extent as they are in other regions.
Is it illegal to mix winter and summer tyres?
No, it's not illegal to mix winter and summer tyres in the UK, but we strongly recommend against it. As they are designed to perform well in different conditions, summer and winter tyres are made from different rubber compounds and have different treads. Mixing these can cause stability and handling problems and may even invalidate your insurance. Therefore, if you're planning to buy winter tyres for the cold season, you should always install 4 winter tyres instead of 2.