Winter tyres

I am driving to SW France, to a remote mountain/hill region, at altitude up to approx 800-1000m. There is a steep and winding road to and from the house. I asked about fitting winter tyres, but garage says they're 'a bit of a sales gimmick', and the existing Bridgestone Dueller (H/T 684 205/65xR16) are adequate.

Is this the case? If not, what tyres do you recommend? Are there any other recommendations for this journey? There is a MyTyres fitting station near me.

Asked on 16 January 2013 by sibs

Answered by Honest John

If there will be snow then you need winter tyres, and possibly also chains. MyTyres (bit.ly/2I7N1bv) can advise you better than your garage.

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