Just got a full set of 275/40R20 Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 for my slightly modified 2016 Hellcat.
Am I a crazy person or do modern day winter tires make any car viable in the snow? The tread on these things is gnarly.
RWD in snow
Charles Rogers
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Cameron Hernandez
I've only ever driven RWD cars.
Never had any issues in snow, just accelerate slowly and brake soon.
Bentley Jenkins
You'll be fine if you aren't stupid.
Adrian Jackson
If you are a good driver you should be able to. Just leave adequate space between cars and don't rely on the traction control/abs too much
Wyatt Walker
Its all about power management. Your traction is limited on harder surfaces like hard-packed snow and ice due to the wide tires and a light rear end though
You should be fine. Remember that tires make you capable, not invincible
Thomas Roberts
Do they really make a difference?
Yes, you are going to cream your panties when you plow through snow and ice the first time.
Andrew Martin
moderns snow tires give pretty crazy grip but you can break them loose. thankfully it's super predictable and easy to modulate and easy to regain control
but...why the dm-v2? that's the truck and suv tread, you want the WS-80s which are for sedans and such
Ryan Bennett
Its fun at times, but it fucking sucks. I hated driving my Crown Vic, only because when I lived on uni campus a simple snow would prevent me from getting out of the parking lot without significant time shoveling. Granted I only had all season tires. Now I am driving a 4wd SUV and I've never looked back.
John Richardson
Average weight for SUVs and light trucks is 4-5000 lbs, which the Hellcats fall under (around ~4500).
Also there were no WS-80s in my stock size. Would've had to get wheels too.
Jacob Rivera
probably size or weight the hellcat is around 2 tons