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| Deadline extended for studded tire removal |
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| 03/30/2010 |
March 30, 2010 For more information: Rick Little (541) 726-2442
03-066-R2 email at: mailto:richard.little@odot.state.or.us
Studded tire removal deadline is extended due to weather and concerns from public
SPRINGFIELD — The Oregon Department of Transportation has extended the deadline for removing studded tires because of a series of fierce, winter-type storms forecast for the rest of this week, and the concern the inclement weather has created among members of the traveling public.
Motorists now have until 12:01 a.m. Sunday, April 11 to remove studded tires from their vehicles. The previous deadline was Thursday, April 1.
ODOT encourages drivers to consider other types of traction tires or chains because studded tires cause at least $11 million damage each year on city streets, county roads and state highways. Other types of traction tires are available. These traction tires meet Rubber Manufacturers Association standards for use in severe snow conditions and carry a special symbol on the tire sidewall showing a three-peaked mountain and snowflake. Research shows these tires provide better traction than studded tires when used on bare pavement.
Drivers with studded snow tires on their vehicles in Oregon after the deadline can be charged with a Class C traffic violation, which currently carries a minimum $190 fine.
ODOT also encourages motorists to be prepared for winter driving conditions at higher elevations and please travel with caution.
Know Before You Go
To get the very latest travel information, visit www.tripcheck.com or call 5-1-1.
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