Politics & Government
Got Studded Tires? They Should Be Removed by End of Today
The deadline WSDOT extended by two weeks is at an end.
, the Washington State Department of Transportation reminds drivers to remove their studded tires by the end of today.
Last month, the DOT extended the studded-tire season by two weeks as forecasts called for possible winter driving conditions through the heavily traveled Easter weekend.
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Studded tires are legal in Washington from Nov. 1 to March 31, unless WSDOT grants an extension.
Drivers traveling to higher elevations should still prepare for winter driving conditions. While WSDOT road crews continue working, no one can guarantee ice- and snow-free roadways. Drivers should check the forecast, use traction tires and carry chains, and always drive for conditions.
Drivers who don’t follow Washington’s rules of the road risk a citation from law enforcement. For more information on studded tires, go to www.wsdot.wa.gov/winter/studtire.