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Can quattro + snow tires handle deadly black ice lurking in curves or corners?

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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 08:26 PM
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Default Can quattro + snow tires handle deadly black ice lurking in curves or corners?

So you won't get caught off guard with zero traction and end up in a ditch?
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 06:14 AM
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You need studded tires for this.
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 08:24 AM
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One can develop driving styles that will be useful in preventing loss of control along with winter tires that are better suited for ice.
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 08:34 AM
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agreed
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Driving style + a grappling hook for the dreaded black ice.
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