Kia Picanto

Our Kia Picanto is fitted with studded tires, which makes it very pleasant to drive in winter. Thanks to its light weight and the excellent grip of the tires, it stays stable even on icy roads.
Studded tires have small metal studs that grip the ice and packed snow. This provides great traction on slippery roads, which are common in Norway, especially around Tromsø. The result is shorter braking distances and better control of direction, particularly on changing surfaces like black ice or melting snow. Since the Picanto is small and light (about 900 to 1,000 kg), it responds quickly to steering and remains easy to handle without losing its grip.
These tires also give the driver clear feedback—you can immediately feel when the road gets slippery, which helps correct the steering smoothly and avoid skidding. It’s ideal for a small city car like the Picanto, especially on unpredictable winter roads.
Of course, you should never exceed the speed limit, and when the weather gets worse, it’s always best to slow down.