Get A Grip With Winter Tyres From Vauxhall Masterfit

In cold weather, at around 7 degrees, the tread compound on standard summer tyres starts to harden and lose grip. As the compound used for winter tyres contains more natural rubber, they have better flexibility and grip if the temperature drops below 7 degrees.

The wider grooves in their tread pattern are more effective on snow and slush and provide additional traction. The high number of ‘sipes’ in the tread area create a large number of biting edges which interlock with the surface conditions and improve braking and traction/acceleration. They also fill with snow, which is beneficial as snow grips to snow better than rubber does.

Available at Vauxhall’s 380 MasterFit retailers nationwide, the winter tyres begin at a recommended retail price of just £45.60 per tyre. Four winter tyres fully fitted on a Vauxhall Corsa can cost as little as £182.40. A set of four winter tyres complete with new steel wheels can also be supplied and fitted for as little as £370.00.

Vauxhall MasterFit Marketing Manager, Belinda Craik said: “Winter tyres offer improved grip and stability in cold weather conditions, particularly on ice and snow. They are an important safety feature and we are glad to see insurance companies taking a sensible perspective on their fitment. Vauxhall MasterFit is offering motorists a wide variety of these tyres to suit a wide range of vehicles at great value.”

All prices quoted include VAT. For full pricing information, motorists can visit their local Vauxhall Retailer.