the auto sock traction device

[Tractorat]

I saw a story on the local news this morning about an alternative to tire chains. It is called the auto sock, and has been blessed by the state patrol here in Wash state. Has anyone had any experience with these ? Mostly interested on cars, but it would be interesting if someone had tried them on their truck as well.

They are much faster and easier to install than chains.

 

[JBallou]

They are for sale on some of the vw and audi parts sites. So I assume that it is a Euro thing.

It works on the principle of taking up the space where the surface water is. Providing a full surface traction device. Search for some video comparison. Seems to work well for cars, so why not a truck? Other than the weight thing.

 

[JBallou]

They are for sale on some of the vw and audi parts sites. So I assume that it is a Euro thing.

It works on the principle of taking up the space where the surface water is. Providing a full surface traction device. Search for some video comparison. Seems to work well for cars, so why not a truck? Other than the weight thing.

 

[JCasper]

What channel was it on?

 

[JBallou]

Youtube channel.

 

[JCasper]

https://www.turbodieselregister.com...-device-chain-alternative&highlight=Auto+sock