If you do have a blowout, stay calm. Stepping on the brake will cause your wheels to lock up and you may lose control. Instead, accelerate slightly and drive straight ahead while slowly removing your foot from the accelerator. Then pull over to the curb when safe.
Tire chains, also known as snow chains, are fitted to the tires of vehicles to provide additional traction on icy or snowy roads. They are typically recommended for severe winter conditions, including heavy snowfall, ice-covered roads, and steep inclines.
The fact that cars are hard to start in the cold is so common that it's almost a joke. There are three main reasons a car is reluctant to start in the cold and Meineke explores the reasons why.