Tire chains for AWD

[Jorge18]

Hey everyone,

I'll be going to NC to spend a week in a cabin. I'm thinking about buying some tire chains just in case of any bad weather.

Do any of you guys have any recommendations? I saw some on Amazon that has good reviews.

Also, what's the recommendation for putting the chains on an AWD? Should I put the chains on all tires? I'll probably not need to use them, but you never know!

 

[ryan_g]

You actually can't put chains on a Genesis (I have a RWD but I don't know why it would be different for AWD) from my understanding after asking our dealer awhile back. You have to use snow socks, which work just as well, as chains can damage the tire pressure monitoring system.

 

[dougmcp]

I have a '13 rwd with really lousy traction and use chains occasionally. My guess is that with the AWD you would probably be OK without chains. If you choose chains you can use cable chains without issue and just on the rear if you just need them for traction. Don't drive over 25MPH with them installed.

 

[Midnightsun]

I would start with a good set of dedicated winter tires before considering chains. You will be amazed at the difference.

 

[Genesis2015]

I have AWD and drove in 8-10 of snow for about an hour and was passing SUVs and trucks ,this car is incredible in snow . Don't waste your money

 

[dougmcp]

Came across these and thought they were an interesting concept for back up or the occasional user https://zipgripgo.com/
Cheap, easy on/off, kind of a takeoff on the old strap on chain bars.