Automotive Law Will Change in Massachusetts This Weekend

There will be a change to a Massachusetts automotive law this weekend.

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If you prefer to drive with studded snow tires during the winter months, then the time has come to get them installed on your vehicle before the snow flies.

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Winters can be very tough in Massachusetts, so having that extra protection of studded snow tires on your vehicle makes a whole lot of sense. I think I told this story in the past, but I'll tell it again.

Driving in a White Out Blizzard in Massachusetts

Over a decade ago, I was driving my father-in-law back from Baystate Health in Springfield after he had heart surgery. It was a blizzard that night, and he wasn't able to stay at the hospital an extra night, so he and a few of my relatives got in my car, and I drove them back to the Berkshires.

Studded Snow Tires Made The Difference Driving in the Massachusetts Blizzard

This storm was an absolute whiteout, and I had a difficult time seeing out my windshield due to near-whiteout conditions. We safely made it back to the Berkshires, and needless to say, I was quite relieved. I suspect that had I not installed studded snow tires on my vehicle, I would have had a much tougher time getting us home.

When are Studded Snow Tires Legal in Massachusetts?

According to mass.gov, you can drive with studded snow tires on your car beginning November 1 through the end of April. Pay attention, though, because if you are driving with studded snow tires in Massachusetts outside of this time frame, you could incur a $50 fine.