Chains were also a necessity in far Western Maryland, I have a few rigs photographed with chains on and no snow evident. Considering what a P.I.T.A. to get them on, far better to leave them on than to have to go to the station at 2 A.M. to put them on in a "surprise" storm.
4WD engines and ON-Spot systems have certainly helped lessen this chore, along with warmer winters.
4WD engines and ON-Spot systems have certainly helped lessen this chore, along with warmer winters.