Seasonal tire change. The Ministry of Emergency Situations and the Traffic Police urge to “change the shoes” of the car as soon as possible

WHEN TO SHOE WINTER TIRES ACCORDING TO THE LAW

On January 1, 2015, a new technical regulation came into force throughout the entire customs union, which includes Russia, which obliges even those who try to put off changing tires until the last minute to change their tires according to the season. Therefore, now all car owners, regardless of whether they want it or not, must drive on winter tires from December 1 to February 28, and on summer tires from June 1 to August 31. The rest of the time, everyone must decide for themselves which tires are more comfortable for them, depending on the weather.

WHEN TO WEAR WINTER TIRES ACCORDING TO THE WEATHER

It is believed that when the average daily air temperature drops to +7, then driving on summer tires is already dangerous. Therefore, car owners are advised to use this criterion when deciding to change tires. Many will reasonably note that at this temperature the road is not yet covered with ice, which means you can drive on summer tires. But this advice is for responsible drivers.

The point is that if the temperature for a long time remains at +5-7 degrees, this usually means that frost will come soon. And if one morning you wake up and it’s icy outside, perhaps going to a tire shop will be quite risky.

Seasonal tire change is a mandatory procedure for domestic motorists. Thus, when the next weather season changes (relatively summer/winter), drivers have to replace their car wheels. In this case, you need to follow certain rules. For example, know the weather forecast for the coming days, since at certain temperatures this or that rubber may behave inappropriately. For example, if the air temperature suddenly drops below five degrees below zero, then summer tires will not behave as expected, since at this temperature they will lose almost half of their grip properties with the road surface. The same thing, only in reverse, happens with winter tires.

If the temperature rises three to five degrees above zero, the tires become softer and the tread wears out faster. The vehicle's response to steering is reduced, which can lead to emergency situations. And this is not to mention the various legal consequences of non-compliance with seasonal tire change requirements. Experienced experts believe that when the temperature changes to five degrees above zero (at the onset of the warm season), winter tires should be replaced. Some drivers are too lazy to replace tires or think it is too troublesome. However, if you do not have the time and desire to perform this procedure yourself, then it is better to turn to professionals.

Moreover, the seasonal change of tires requires other related procedures, for example, wheel balancing. And all this can be done only with modern equipment and highly qualified specialists. It is unlikely that the average ordinary driver has all the necessary infrastructure and equipment for seasonal tire changes and balancing. Such equipment costs a lot of money and requires knowledge and experience. You can order a seasonal tire change service from us at any time. If you have questions or doubts, we are always ready to advise you and answer all questions. All consultations are carried out absolutely free.

Cost of tire services for 4 wheels

Departure during the day is 500 rubles, at night -1000 rubles, paid separately

	< R 15	R 16	R 17	R 18	R 19	R 20	R 21	R 22
Passenger cars, without bulkhead*	1300	1500	1600	1700	1800	2500	2600	2700
Passenger cars, bulkheaded**	1900	2100	2400	2600	2800	3600	3800	4000
Off-road medium/Minivan without overflow	1700	1700	1900	2000	2100	2900	3000	3100
Off-road medium/Minivan with overflow	2500	2500	2800	3000	3200	4100	4300	4500
Off-road croup without overriding	1900	1900	2100	2200	2300	3100	3200	3300
Off-road croup with sorting	2800	2800	3100	3300	3500	4400	4600	4800
Replacing wheels without beading and balancing	-50% of the total cost of the service
Low profile (45 and below)
Runflat	additional payment 400 rub. for 4 wheels (only when re-flipping)
Hub lubrication	400 rub (all 4)
Lubricating the sides with sealant	200 rub (all 4)
Packages	50 rub/piece
Installation of valves	100 rub/piece
Tire/Rim Recycling	100 rub/piece

*Without re-alignment: wheel removal + balancing + putting the wheel back on the car

*descent/ascent (on floors, balconies, basements, etc.) of a set of wheels on rims 600 rubles, without rims 400 rubles

*departure outside the Moscow Ring Road - 20 rubles km

The Ministry of Emergency Situations and the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate urge you to “change the shoes” of your car as soon as possible. Auto experts share true signs optimal timing for “re-shoeing”.

Experts are confident in the need for a change summer tires at an average daily temperature of +5 to +7 degrees. It is better for motorists to change their tires for winter ones on October 5th. "Tinsmith's Day" 2017 Novosibirsk region may arrive as early as October 6 – weather forecasters promise sleet and morning ice on the roads.

“Tires need to be changed now,” says Alexey Nosov, executive secretary of the Auto Moto Association (AVAMT). – Summer tires lose their properties when the average daily temperature reaches plus 7.

If the temperature drops below, summer tires stop working and they lose their grip on the road. Summer tires are designed to operate at higher temperatures, which is why their composition is tougher.

Regardless of whether there is snow and ice on the road or not, at temperatures below 7 degrees it is necessary to change shoes winter tires. The best indicator when this needs to be done is to turn on the heating in houses.

The traffic police advises car owners to change summer tires to winter ones when the average daily air temperature drops to 5-7°C for at least a week.

Timely change of tires will allow the driver to confidently cope with road situations associated with unfavorable weather conditions. This, in turn, will help to significantly reduce the number of road accidents, and therefore save the lives and health of road users.

Drivers also need to psychologically adapt to winter driving style. It is necessary to refrain from sudden lane changes and other maneuvers without ensuring their safety.

Also, do not forget about the need to maintain distance and lateral spacing between vehicles.

It is mandatory to drive a car with external lights on at any time of the day or night; in bad weather, be sure to use fog lights, and in conditions of heavy fog, reduce the speed to the maximum safe and drive with the hazard warning lights on.

Drivers need to be extremely careful when driving across bridges, railway crossings, at multi-level intersections of roadways and interchanges. It is also necessary to concentrate near pedestrian crossings, and when approaching a zebra crossing, reduce speed in advance, warns the traffic police.

Proponents of changing tires late most often motivate this by the fact that with an early change, tread wear increases and studs may fall out. Proponents of early tire change want to prepare for the season in advance and install winter tires while it is still warm enough.

Indeed, with prolonged use of winter tires at high temperatures, their wear increases, so if you install winter tires too early, their service life may decrease somewhat. On the other hand, if you want to install winter tires when the first snowfall occurs, there is every chance you won’t even get to the tire shop. How to find the golden mean?

The timing of replacement depends on whether you change the wheels yourself or entrust it to a tire service. If you change your tires at a tire shop, you should do it in advance, since when the temperature drops, the queues at these organizations grow like a snowball.

If you change the wheels yourself, then you can delay the installation of the winter kit a little. The timing of tire replacement varies from year to year. For example, in 2016 the author changed tires on October 16, in 2015 - on October 5.

In any case, it is better to be prepared in advance for changing tires. Even a small accident when snow falls unexpectedly, as always, will cost you more than a pair of lost studs or slightly more than usual tire wear.

When is it legal to switch to winter tires?

Let's consider clause 5.5 of Appendix 8 to the technical regulations customs union TR CU 018/2011 On the safety of wheeled vehicles:

5.5. It is prohibited to operate vehicles equipped with tires with anti-skid studs. summer period(June, July, August).

It is prohibited to operate vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires that meet the requirements of paragraph 5.6.3 of this appendix during the winter period (December, January, February). Winter tires are installed on all wheels vehicle.

The terms of the operation ban may be changed upward by regional authorities public administration member states of the Customs Union.

So, what can be understood from this paragraph:

During the summer months (June, July, August) only studded tires are prohibited.

During the winter months (December, January, February), only winter tires are permitted. You can put both studded and non-studded tires on your car. The main thing is that they are marked “M+S”, “M&S” or “M S” and the corresponding drawing (in the picture on the left).

The period of prohibition of operation can only be increased local authorities and cannot be reduced. Those. In your region, for example, the use of studded tires may be prohibited from May to September. At the same time, regional authorities cannot reduce the period of the ban, i.e. From June to August, cars in all regions must not use studs.

Thus, there are the following intervals for using car tires:
Summer tires(without M+S marking, etc.) can be used from March to November.
Winter studded tires (marked M+S, etc.) can be used from September to May.
Winter studless tires (marked M+S, etc.) can be used all year round.

Thus, if you have summer tires (without markings) and winter studded tires, then you must replace them during the fall, i.e. from September to November.

There is a fine that is imposed when using tires with worn tread; it amounts to half a thousand rubles. This penalty applies to a driver who uses tires with a tread height of less than 0.4 cm in winter. Please note: a fine is imposed if the car is operated on snowy or icy road surfaces.

Please note that there are no fines in 2017 for using tires that are not suitable for the season. But if a violation of the law on winter tires is proven on the part of the driver who caused an accident with a fatal outcome or causing serious harm, criminal liability will be aggravated, and penalties will be toughened.

Thus, the law provides for liability for the use of unsuitable tires in winter, so it is worth changing the tires on your car in a timely manner for your own safety.

The law on winter tires is designed to increase the safe use of vehicles, with its help the authorities are trying to restore order on the roads.

According to statistics, the majority of accidents occur not due to traffic violations, but due to the use of worn-out or out-of-season tires.

Without measuring the tread depth with appropriate equipment, a traffic police inspector cannot impose a fine for using worn tires. You can check tire wear at a diagnostic station that has the right to conduct this type of check.

The tread height can be practically measured during scheduled maintenance.

In general, this is the conclusion: there is a law, but there is no punishment for violation. But do not forget about your own safety, which is affected by the installation of a certain type of tire depending on the season.

IN everyday life The driver must independently make the transition from one type of tire to another.

Everything about the fine for summer tires in winter and for winter tires in summer

It is prohibited to operate vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires that meet the requirements of paragraph 5.6.3 (see below) of this annex during the winter period (December, January, February). Winter tires are installed on all wheels of the vehicle.

Clause 5.6.2. The residual depth of the tire tread pattern (in the absence of wear indicators) is no more than: for vehicles of categories L - 0.8 mm; for vehicles of categories N2, N3, O3, O4 - 1.0 mm; for vehicles of categories M1, N1, O1, O2 - 1.6 mm; for vehicles of categories M2, M3 - 2.0 mm.

Fines for out-of-season tires in 2017 - for studs or winter tires in summer, bald or summer tires in winter

In this article we will look at the problem in detail.

For two years, consideration of this bill was postponed, but on October 20, 2017, it was sent for consideration to State Duma and had to be considered in three readings. But in fact, the bill on a fine for using summer tires in winter did not even pass the first reading. and on November 1, 2017, a decision was made to postpone its consideration indefinitely, and as of 2017, consideration of the “tire bill” was no longer started.

When is it legal to install winter tires in 2017?

At the same time, regional authorities cannot reduce the period of the ban, i.e. From June to August, cars in all regions must not use studs. Summer tires (without M+S marking, etc.) can be used from March to November.

Winter studded tires (marked M+S, etc.) can be used from September to May. Winter non-studded tires (marked M+S, etc.)

Will the law on winter tires come into force in the city?

Good afternoon. Every year, as cold weather approaches, drivers begin to wonder when to put on winter tires.

Currently, the answer to this question is partially regulated by a regulatory legal document.

It is prohibited to operate vehicles that are not equipped with winter tires that meet the requirements of paragraph 5.6.3 of this appendix during the winter period (December, January, February). Winter tires are installed on all wheels of the vehicle.

During the winter months (December, January, February), only winter tires are permitted. You can put both studded and non-studded tires on your car.

The main thing is that they are marked “M+S”, “M&S” or “M S” and the corresponding drawing (in the picture on the left).

The period of prohibition of operation can only be increased by local authorities and cannot be reduced. Those. In your region, for example, the use of studded tires may be prohibited from May to September.

At the same time, regional authorities cannot reduce the period of the ban, i.e. From June to August, cars in all regions must not use studs.

In 2017 and 2017, Chapter 12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses does not contain references to Technical regulations Customs Union.

Those. fine for absence winter tires cannot be imposed. However, a draft of such a fine exists.