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Snow chains, or tire chains, are devices fitted to the tires of vehicles to provide increased traction when driving through snow and ice. Snow chains attach to the drive wheels of a vehicle or special systems deploy chains which swing under the tires automatically. Although named after steel chain, snow chains may be made of other materials and ...
In 1787 a chain forge was founded in Kapfenberg and in 1803 another one was founded in Graz. About 30 years later an iron casting plant was established in Brückl and the first snow chain worldwide was produced. After 10 years, the name “pewag” was created and at the same time, the plants in Graz and Kapfenberg were merged.
[21] [22] As of 2016, snow tires were 3.6% of the US market and 35% of the Canadian market. [23] US states and Canadian provinces control the use of snow tires. [24] Of these, Quebec is the only jurisdiction that requires snow tires throughout. [25] Some may require snow tires or chains only in specified areas during the winter. [26] [27] [28]
Hokkaido officials urged people to stay inside but said that those who must drive should use snow tires and snow chains and keep shovels and sand in their vehicle in case they get stuck. Officials ...
Hawaii slammed by triple threat of severe thunderstorms, blistering wind, blizzard-like snow. ... exceeding 6 inches were reported in the windward sides of the mountains across the island chain.
A Kona storm is pushing through Hawaii this week, bringing the threat of heavy rain, flooding and yes, even snow. ... but the island chain has its fair share of hazardous weather. This includes ...