LIDL offer: Wheel changing set at a great price – secure your winter tires now!

LIDL offer: Wheel changing set at a great price – secure your winter tires now!

The temperatures are dropping and the leaves are falling from the trees - it's time again to swap your summer tires for winter tires. October is all about changing wheels and many drivers should take action now. A particularly interesting offer comes from LIDL, where a 6-piece Goodyear wheel change set is currently available for just 85.40 euros, which corresponds to a discount of 38 percent on the list price of 139 euros. This makes changing tires not only a necessity, but also a real bargain - a perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to get a good deal.

The wheel changing set includes everything you need: a torque wrench that allows torques from 40 to 210 Nm, an extendable telescopic wheel nut wrench with a clamping range of 460 to 600 mm and three color-coded sockets made of chrome vanadium steel. An additional 125 mm extension attachment and the protective plastic coating on the socket wrenches ensure that the rims are protected from scratches. All parts come in a sturdy storage box, which gives the set the finishing touch. So if you want to get hands-on when changing your tires, you're well advised here. Merkur reports that ...

Winter tire requirements in Germany

But what should you consider when changing? In Germany, the classic winter tire requirement does not apply, but rather a situational regulation. Winter tires with the Alpine symbol only need to be fitted if there are wintry road conditions such as black ice, slippery snow or slush. This everyday experience is important because the so-called “O to O” rule – from October to Easter – is not legally binding, but serves as a useful guide.

But even without a legal obligation, it is wise to rely on winter tires, because in the event of an accident with summer tires on slippery roads, comprehensive insurance could have to step in. The penalties for violations are not without their consequences: a fine of 60 euros and a point in Flensburg are threatened, and if other road users are obstructed, the costs rise to 80 euros. ADAC declares that ...

The correct handling when changing a wheel

To change the wheel yourself, you also need a jack and jack stands. The process is simple if you proceed step by step: After the handbrake is applied and the gear is engaged, the wheel nuts should be loosened a quarter turn before raising the vehicle. After changing the wheel, tighten it crosswise with a torque wrench and don't forget to check the air pressure and mark the old tires if necessary.

If the tires should be replaced after six years and the minimum tread depth for winter tires is 1.6 mm, the ADAC recommends setting it to 4 mm. This heart of winter safety can make a big difference, so it is advisable to also pay attention to quality when choosing tires. If you want to be safe on the road, rely on tires with the Alpine symbol - you can't go wrong and winter can come!