I am considering adding the AutoSock pack to my car emergency kit.
I have seen them mentioned occasionally in the forum, and researched a bit.
But I am curious whether their real purpose is "snow chain replacement" or just a wishful thinking.
Most of the writing online seems to vouch for it in case of getting caught in snow and ice with
summer tyres.
I have proper winter tyres on my car.
Would they bring any benefit whatsoever in a condition where snow chains might be necessary, as opposed to "just" winter tyres?
Durability compared to chains is also probably worse.
On the other hand there is less chance of damaging the car + less effort to put them on/off.
What are your experiences and recommendations?
Should I consider them as "substitute" for snow chains, i.e. addition to proper winter tyres.
Or are they just an emergency kit for people caught in snow/ice with their summer tyres - and I should just go for the full on chains.
Note: I am not really living/driving through the snow-packed mountains that much, just going to occasional ski/snow weekend (and roads are mostly clear).
Perhaps I don't need even the chains - but you don't "need" an emergency kit until you actually need it once.
One source which directs me towards ignoring it:
http://www.tractionnews.com/tire-socks-winter-test/
Thoughts?
Thanks!