Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
#1
12-02-2007, 05:29 PM
Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
Does anyone know if the CHP approves the Autosock as a snow traction device?
You know how they set up those checkpoints at the base of a mountain to check if every car has chains, etc.
I don't want to spend the money on the Autosock if the CHP won't even let me up the mountain with it.
You know how they set up those checkpoints at the base of a mountain to check if every car has chains, etc.
I don't want to spend the money on the Autosock if the CHP won't even let me up the mountain with it.
#2
12-02-2007, 08:19 PM
RE: Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
I remember reading posts in other forums where some have had luck, and others have been turned away. That wouldis a great question to be answered, and if it is legal, some way to bring proof for the guys on the mountain.
Cheers!
Cheers!
#3
12-02-2007, 09:33 PM
RE: Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
I found something on the CHP website regarding studded tires. Maybe the same procedure can be done for the Autosock. Has anyone done this?
Off the CHP Website:
The California Vehicle Code [Section 27454 (e)], permits studded tires to be used on vehicles between November 1 and April 30 of each year. The number of studs or the percentage of metal in contact with the roadway cannot exceed three percent of the total tire area in contact with the roadway.
Since there could be some confusion on this issue, you may wish to write to the CHP. That way you will receive an official response that you can carry in your vehicle. The mailing address is:
California Highway Patrol
Office of Public Affairs
P. O. Box 942898
Sacramento, CA 94298-0001
Off the CHP Website:
The California Vehicle Code [Section 27454 (e)], permits studded tires to be used on vehicles between November 1 and April 30 of each year. The number of studs or the percentage of metal in contact with the roadway cannot exceed three percent of the total tire area in contact with the roadway.
Since there could be some confusion on this issue, you may wish to write to the CHP. That way you will receive an official response that you can carry in your vehicle. The mailing address is:
California Highway Patrol
Office of Public Affairs
P. O. Box 942898
Sacramento, CA 94298-0001
#4
12-02-2007, 11:35 PM
RE: Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
Are you sure those things even work? I would be kind of hesitant to trust it. Have you looked into spikes-spiders?
From the Autosock website FAQ:
[align=center]Are they approved for use on roads where snow chains are mandatory?[/align]
Per date, AutoSock is not approved as a snow chain according to the Önorm 5117.
Nevertheless the areas where snow chains are mandatory are very limited.
From the Autosock website FAQ:
[align=center]Are they approved for use on roads where snow chains are mandatory?[/align]
Per date, AutoSock is not approved as a snow chain according to the Önorm 5117.
Nevertheless the areas where snow chains are mandatory are very limited.
#5
12-16-2007, 02:32 PM
RE: Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
Have anybody tried these? they seem to be reasonably priced and harmless to the car...
www.flextrax.com
www.flextrax.com
#6
12-16-2007, 05:45 PM
RE: Does the CHP approve the Autosock?
I looked at the flextrax too - problem is with backside clearance. Look on the website "Before You Buy" section. http://www.flextrax.com/nofit.html The A4 is listed as one of the cars that don't have enough clearance.
Why is the only options for the A3 so darn expensive. Normal chains are $30, the spikes spider is ... $300 or so? That's ... a rear sway bar right there!
Why is the only options for the A3 so darn expensive. Normal chains are $30, the spikes spider is ... $300 or so? That's ... a rear sway bar right there!
