Tire chains are used in winters and in hilly regions that have continuous and heavy snowfall. Driving vehicles may prove to be dangerous on these roads, in such hazardous conditions. Usage of tire chains makes it possible to drive vehicles on icy roads. A tire chain is used for covering wheels of vehicles to increase traction on ice and snow during winter.

A 4×4 tire chain is specially designed by experts for a 4×4 vehicle. Driving a four-wheeler in snow could be an exhilarating adventure for many motorists. Also, driving in snowy regions and icy roads as a routine can be very taxing on the vehicle and its tires. Installation of tire chains may help motorists avoid getting stuck in snow and ice.

A 4×4 tire chain is used for heavy-duty vehicles or sports cars that normally have 4×4 tires fitted on them. 4×4 chains have a plastic encased steel cable on the inner side of the tire that helps in positioning cross bar links. This prevents the chain from hitting the springs or radius rod while turning the front wheels.

These tire chains are also connected to the cross bar links with the help of chain links. Such tire chains have a modified diamond pattern, which runs parallel with the tire and prevents the vehicle from sliding sideways. These 4×4 tire chains help motorists to drive out of deep snow.

Installation is normally a simple process of sliding the chain behind the tire and bringing the inner cable connector up to the top to make a connection for the inner link. It then needs to be connected to the outer link. The chain is straightened on the tire, thereby pulling the tensioning chain through the locking mechanism. It is pulled tight to a hook and a link to provide adequate tension.