I am generally a huge advocate of winter tyres for cars, due to the fact that:
a) I’m originally from Canada, so know the benefits first-hand,
and
b) even if temperatures are not nearly as extreme here, the combination of proper compound and tread for the conditions still makes for safer driving.
Obviously, though, I am hardly an expert.
As a result, I am seeking opinions – especially on all-season tyres.
With budget a concern (though not an insurmountable one), would you just get a not-perfect-for-summer-or-winter, but high-quality all-season tyre and so save yourself money (and the space that gets taken up by an extra set of wheels)? Or would you just go for it, and get the extra set of wheels with good winter tyres on them, with a view to switching for the summers you already have around March time?