As we head deeper into winter, the threat for more consistent snowy and icy road conditions increases.

David Leonard, owner of Panora’s Leonard Automotive, says it’s crucial that motorists drive on tires suitable for the season. Leonard says tires should be replaced by the time they have 2/32nd of an inch of tread left.

For wintry conditions, Leonard recommends either all-season tires or snow tires. He says the grippier snow tires are popular among owners of high performance cars, rear-wheel drive vehicles and law enforcement. “The snow tires are a little bit more of an aggressive tread, specifically for driving in the snow. They’re also a really soft compound, so they stick to the road a lot better.”

Leonard will give us more tips on how to ensure our vehicles get us through the winter, today on Let’s Talk Guthrie County. It airs during the 9 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. hours on K107.9 and www.raccoonvalleyradio.com.