Winter tyresPoland
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201. Winter tyres
Winter tyres are tyres designed to provide improved traction and braking performance in cold weather, snow and other winter conditions. Their tread pattern and rubber compound are designed to remain effective at lower temperatures and provide better grip than ordinary summer tyres in appropriate winter conditions.
Winter tyres can be identified by markings on the sidewall. The 3PMSF symbol, showing a snowflake inside a three-peaked mountain, indicates that the tyre has met specified performance requirements for severe snow conditions.
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What is the difference between winter and summer tyres?
Winter tyres use tread patterns and rubber compounds designed to provide better performance in cold temperatures, snow and other winter conditions. Summer tyres are optimised primarily for warmer conditions.
What does the 3PMSF symbol mean?
The Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol identifies a tyre that has met specified performance requirements for use in severe snow conditions. It provides a more specific indication of tested snow performance than an M+S marking alone.
Are winter tyres compulsory everywhere?
No. Some countries require winter tyres during particular months or whenever winter conditions occur, while others have no general requirement. Drivers travelling abroad should check the rules of every country on their route.

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