Driving tips

Welcome to our Driving Tips section, where we offer valuable insights to help you navigate the roads with confidence and ease. Learn with practical and easy-to-follow advice how to enhance your driving experience, handle unexpected road conditions and increase the longevity of your tires with efficient driving.

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  • 05.06.2026 Driving tips

    What is braking and stopping distance?

    A vehicle's stopping distance is influenced by its braking distance, and the driver's thinking and reaction times. Read more to learn what goes into the time it takes for a vehicle to stop.
  • 04.06.2026 Driving tips

    Safe following distance

    The three-second rule is a good guideline for maintaining a safe following distance. Learn more on the importance of leaving enough space between your car and the vehicle in front of you.
  • 18.02.2026 Blogs, Driving tips

    What Does All-Wheel Drive Do?

    All-wheel drive is helpful, but it’s not a silver bullet. And it’s certainly not a replacement for the right tires.
  • 18.11.2025 Blogs, Driving tips

    Four Winter Driving Facts and Why They Matter

    As the Finland-based inventor of the winter tire, we're here to share 4 surprising winter driving facts that can help travelers arrive at their destinations safely this winter.
  • 21.10.2025 Driving tips, Choosing your tires

    When should you put on winter tires?

    Using winter tires promotes better grip and safer driving during cold, winter months. Learn when the right time is to put on winter tires, and when to take them off.
  • 10.07.2025 Blogs, Driving tips

    Nervous about winter driving? Read our winter driving safety tips

    Even the least experienced winter-weather drivers can thrive in tough conditions by following a few simple principles. Our expert test driver Mika Kuusi provides winter driving safety tips to help you feel safer driving in inclement weather.
  • 08.05.2025 Driving tips

    Winter driving tips

    Safety is one of Nokian Tyres' core values. Here are some essential winter driving tips to help you stay safe on the road during the colder months.
  • 30.07.2024 Driving tips

    Breaking in new tires

    When you install new tires, they require a short break-in period to achieve optimal performance and safety. Read more about breaking in new tires to achieve their best performance and safety on the road.
  • 29.07.2024 Driving tips, Tire care and maintenance

    Can you remove studs from tires? Are tire studs removable?

    Some drivers believe removing studs from their winter tires will transform them into reliable all-season tires. We disagree. Once Nokian Tyres tire studs are worn down or fall out, we do not recommend replacing them. Read on to learn more.