Deadline for removing studded tires is April 30 ITD reminds drivers that studded tires used to improve vehicle handling in snow and ice most be removed by April 30. Studded tires are snow tires with small metal cleats embedded in the tread that improve traction. Using studded tires may cause undue wear on bare roadways. All-season tires with good tread or "studless" tires are good alternatives for most winter driving conditions. Studded tire laws vary in neighboring states. Authorized start and end dates are:
For the latest highway and weather conditions in Idaho, call the Traveler Information Service at 5-1-1. For online updates, visit the website at 511.idaho.gov. Telephone and web reports are a free service provided by ITD and are accessible 24 hours a day. Reports are updated as conditions change. Published 4-20-2012 |