Driving in the snow has been made easier as Vauxhall launches a new gadget to give tyres extra grip to prevent cars from skidding.

A set of snow socks has been invented by Vauxhall to be put on the outside of car tyres as a clever new way of preventing damage to car parts during seasons of heavy snow.

Cited by the RAC, the new car part is a pair of fabric snow chains so car wheels get extra grip when driving on roads thick with snow.

Car insurance claims are expected to fall with the increasing use of this product and some may even reduce their premium if you prove you use them.

Vauxhall claims the fabric snow chains work better than winter tyres and are easier to fit than usual snow chains.

The pieces of fabric are made to go at right angles in the direction of travel so they plough through the snow better.

Using the snow socks should be used only for vital journeys where the weather is severe or where you are likely to drive at a slow speed throughout as they can only be used at speeds of up to 50mph.

A set of two snow socks costs £49.99 and can be obtained from a Vauxhall retailer – they can be used on any model car too.

Check Car Parts for Snow Driving

Before you set off on a journey this winter make sure your car is up to the job as British weather could turn suddenly and you could be faced with harsh driving conditions.

Even though many car owners do not change their car tyres for winter ones as the leaves turn it is still advised you check the condition your current ones are in.

Make sure the tread is above 3 mm and they are fully inflated, it is also worth checking oil levels and screen wash so you are not caught out on a long journey.

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