Winter Weather Gear for Safe Driving in Snow and Ice

Dec 6, 2024

Winter is coming! With the official start of winter just around the corner, and temperatures already dipping low, it’s good to be prepared for the inevitable pending ice and snow. Today’s post is all about essential and clever snow/ice gear to help keep you safe on the road.

Plus, these are great gifts for just about anyone on your holiday list! Your coworkers will appreciate gear they can use to get the cars cleared to finally get home after a long day at work. New drivers will feel anxiety relief knowing they can easily improve visibility for driving in inclement weather. Yes, even the car enthusiast who “has it all” will always appreciate an extra pair of ice scrapers/brushes and an emergency portable snow shovel. So let’s take a look at some of the hottest picks for snow and ice removal and safety gear for drivers.

First up on the list is this convenient 9 inch aluminum snow shovel with adjustable aluminum handle from BirdRock. Available currently on sale for less than $35 at Lowes, this is a great option for the commuter or winter travel enthusiast.

Stay prepared for any weather emergency with this roadside kit designed to combat all the elements. Available for under $100 via Blackwater Bay Mercantile and produced by AAA, the AAA Severe Weather Road Kit has all the essentials to keep you and your passengers safe and warm in inclement weather emergencies.

Get out of a sticky situation like slush, ice, and mud with a bucket of Traction Magic from Ace Hardware for under $50! Made of volcanic rock and minerals this traction control agent allows your tires to find purchase in less than ideal road conditions. Plus, it’s pet safe and 100% natural, making it a great option for driveways and walkways, too!

These foldable emergency tire traction pads will help give your wheels better grip with lightweight, easy to stow and carry convenience. They adjust in length and angle so you can adjust to whatever roadway you’re on. Traction grip aids and a special hexagonal honeycomb structure may help increase friction and traction. Plus, they’re made of durable materials and built to last for use again and again.

The AutoSock helps keep your tires firmly planted on the roadway and provide firm traction and grip. No matter if you drive a car, truck, SUV or otherwise, the size can be customized to fit an impressive 98% of the tires on the market! Enter your width, profile and diameter to find the perfect fit on their official site.

The ZoneTech Tire Snow Chains provide all-season anti-skid protection for Cars, SUVs, and Pick-Up Trucks, and provide strong grip and aid in traction function on sand, mud, snow, ice, or other unexpected terrain. They are constructed out of premium steel and aluminum alloy for superior strength and durability. A great budget friendly option under $50!

This solar and kinetic energy powered defroster tool works with the sun’s energy for an eco-friendly tool to assist in frost, ice, and snow removal. The built-in solar panels absorb the light while your car is parked and helps it emit warmth for fuel-free heating power. It even works on cloudy days! It’ll make removing exterior wintry muck a breeze. Plus, it comes in four colors and is priced under $30!

This convenient and clever heated ice scraper from Sharper Image plugs into the 12V DC outlet and features an extra long 11.5 foot cord and 17” extendable handle for convenience. It also has a built-in LED light for added help for night time snow removal.

Of course, you can’t go wrong with a De-Icer spray like this option from RainX Brand with Quick Melting Action or this option from CRC Ice-Off Spray.

This Winter Road Warrior Emergency Kit from Ten Below is a little pricey, but you can’t beat it for the value. It includes a heavy duty gear bag, reflective warnings, a folding snow shovel, hi-vis blanket and vest, tow rope with 6500lb capacity, flat tire fixer, jumper cables, and more. It’s under $150, and a great option considering it’s jampacked with literally everything you could need in a winter weather emergency minus the emergency professionals themselves!