Save Time, Weight and Costs with Snow Socks, the Alternative to Metallic Tyre Chains.
AutoSock is the new generation of winter traction devices like snow chains. Made of textile, it is pulled over the driving wheels of cars, vans, trucks, buses and forklifts when extra grip is needed in winterly conditions. As the highest certified of its kind, AutoSock is a legal solution for cars and commercial vehicles.
AutoSock takes three minutes to install – even on vehicles with low clearance. The textile is damage-free to alloy rims and our sizes fit nearly every tyre dimension. When not in use, our lightweight and compact products can be easily stored year round in the trunk.
USED BY FAMILIES, AMBULANCES, FIREFIGHTERS, ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE, PUBLIC SERVICES AND AIRPORTS
CERTIFIED BY LEADING INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
EASY AND QUICK MOUNTING IN ONLY THREE STEPS
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Step 1: Install AutoSock snow chains on the top half of your tyre. Pull down AutoSock as far as possible.
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Step 2: Move the vehicle half a wheel turn.
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Step 3: Pull the snow socks over the remaining part of the tyre. AutoSock automatically centers itself after you start driving.
A GUIDE FOR SIMPLE INSTALLATION OF FABRIC SNOW CHAINS
RECOGNIZED AND APPROVED ACCORDING TO INTERNAL STANDARDS OF AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS
COMPATIBLE WITH ALL AUTOMOBILES AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES: VAN, SUV, CONVERTIBLE, SEDAN, PICK-UP TRUCKS, HATCHBACK, MPV, COUPE, LIFTBACK OR SPORTS CARS
The original textile traction device gives your car quick and reliable grip on snow and ice. AutoSock for cars fits well on vehicles with low clearance in the tyre house and works perfectly with optional tyres – even when snow chains are not recommended. AutoSock for cars comes in 10 different sizes, covering more than 500 of the most popular tyre dimensions.
TEXTILE SNOW CHAINS ARE HIGHLY RECOGNISED AND RECOMMENDED AMONG EXPERTS
Your Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are textile snow chains legal?
AutoSock is an accepted alternative to snow chains in New Zealand.
AutoSock is a legal alternative to snow chains (tyre chains) for cars and also trucks in the majority of Northern America, Europe and Asia. AutoSock is certified according to the latest standards such as the new European winter traction standard EN16662-1:2020 for passenger cars and is a legal alternative to snow chains in any EU member state except Austria. In addition, AutoSock is officially accepted in Switzerland when snow chains are mandatory.
How do snow socks perform compared to winter tyres and metallic snow chains?
Proper winter tyres (not 'all season' tyres) are an excellent choice for the winter months but they have their limitations. Winter tyres lose grip when the combination of snow and slope counts against them. Drivers worldwide are using AutoSock on winter tyres to e.g., climb steeper hills on icy roads and for making safe descents in loaded vehicles.
AutoSock does meet all performance, safety and durability requirements of any snow chain standard worldwide. AutoSock can be more effective than snow chains (tyre chains) in many situations, especially on ice.
Should tyre socks be mounted on the front or rear wheels?
Textile tyre chains must be mounted on the driving wheels. In case you have front wheel drive, mount car socks on the front wheels.
If you have rear wheel drive, please mount the fabric snow chains to the rear wheels. In order to increase braking and steering performance, it makes sense to also mount snow socks on the front wheels. Please check and follow the instructions of your vehicle`s owner manual concerning traction devices / snow chains. Some manufacturers do not allow mounting of traction devices to the front wheels.
TYRE SIZE CHART - COMPATIBILITY TABLE FOR CAR SOCKS
DIFFERENT MODELS AT HIGHEST QUALITY FOR DIFFERENT TYRE SIZES - THE SNOW CHAIN COLLECTION
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AutoSock HP 697Regular price $199.00Regular priceUnit price per
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AutoSock HP 695Regular price $199.00Regular priceUnit price per
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AutoSock HP 698Regular price $199.00Regular priceUnit price per
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AutoSock HP 685Regular price $180.00Regular priceUnit price per
An Introduction to Tyre Socks
Never heard about textile tyre chains? Meet the modern alternative to traditional metallic chains: Textile snow chains. We'll show you how snow socks work and why they're the new must-have for winter drivers. We'll cover the benefits over metal chains, tips for getting the right fit, and recommendations for the correct use. Read on to learn why tyre socks should be in every driver's kit this winter for New Zealand.
