There’s no legal requirement in the UK for you to use different tyres during the winter or colder months. However, it’s worth knowing that harder summer tyres don’t perform as well once temperatures drop below 7°c. Also, unlike winter tyres, which consist of softer rubber and a unique tread pattern suited to freezing conditions, summer varieties often struggle to grip slush and ice. So, if you’re looking for year-round performance and enhanced safety, we recommend fitting winter tyres.