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And for that once-a-year alpine sojourn, there’s always snow chains.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you do all your winter driving in elevated climes or are a real snow bunny, however, 'winter' tyres will deliver more grip on frosty and snowy roads than the 'summer' tyres we normally drive on. But you really need to be doing the kind of driving to justify the cost and inconvenience.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting the best deal\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EGood deals are happening all the time, whether it's a 'four-for-the-price-of-three' deal, a cashback promotion or holiday sale. Some retailers will match any advertised price on an identical tyre while paying you back a portion of the difference.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESo don't just walk into a tyre shop and pay full retail – or tick the box for the first online tyre-and-fitment deal you see. Scout the websites of the tyre retailers and online players, assess all the numbers and then make a few calls to see what's possible. 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