Best car for driving in snow
After begin rear-ended (twice in the same acccident by the same person), I now have to buy another car quickly. I was thinking about a Volvo S40 or S60, as they have lumbar support (bad back!) and I believe they are also comfortable sitting in the back of car BUT I want something that's good in the snow and ice, bearing in mind last week. A taxi driver a couple of weeks ago told me Volvos were awful. I know it's a lot down to how you drive but any advice would be much appreciated.
Asked on 11 December 2010 by Sheila99
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Any car is much better in snow when fitted with winter compound tyres. They are more effective in low temperatures and on snow than four wheel drive.
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