Get "BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO Tires - The tire that invented the all-terrain category, setting the standard for on- and off-road performance" on your vehicle,you will sneer at ice and snow where mere mortals fear to go.And still drive in the dry with high mileage to boot. Really.Tires are the name of the game IMO.Heavy vehicle is second on list for ice IMO.No science facts to back up,just what works here,real well.