Studded tires are winter tires with metal tips on the tread for improved grip on snowy and icy roads.
The quality of a nail belt depends on the number of points and the hardness, placement and firm attachment (resistance to peeling) of these points.
According to the experts, studded tires are only more efficient than winter tires without studs at temperatures between - 8 ° C and 0 ° C.
Disadvantages of nail tires: they are noisy and wear out quickly as soon as the road surface is exposed. In addition, they are characterized by poor grip on wet roads.
Legislation relating to studded tires in the Netherlands
The use of studded tires is prohibited in the Netherlands. This prohibition also applies to vehicles registered abroad.
Legislation relating to studded tires in Belgium
Nail tires are permitted from November 1 to March 31 for vehicles no heavier than 3,5 tons.
- all wheels must be equipped with nail tires, as well as the trailer.
- vehicles with studded tires have a speed limit of 90 km / h on motorways and public roads, and 60 km / h on other public roads.
- a '60 km' speed plate must be placed on the rear of the vehicle fitted with studded tires.