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Even if your car has traction control or an antilock braking system (ABS), those features won't improve traction on snow and ice. Experts say that only snow tires will actually improve your vehicle's grip on snow and ice. Although all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive is advantageous, you'll still improve safety by swapping your summer or all-season tires for winter tires. This is because snow tires have special tread designs that help them bite into the snow and ice, and they use softer rubber compounds that let them stay flexible at lower temperatures.