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      03-18-2024, 08:50 AM   #1
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Ice driving

Has anyone else driven much in snowy, in particular icy, conditions? I've had a few instances where the car seems to slip quite a bit on ice, including laterally. If I can't tell if the car is actually slipping more than I am used to or it's just the feedback that I get feels different from my Audi. I have what I think are good snow tires (Vredestein Wintrac Pro). It's also been particularly challenging weather in Colorado.
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      03-18-2024, 09:26 AM   #2
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Do you drive the eDrive40 or the M60?
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      03-18-2024, 09:32 AM   #3
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Good clarification, an M60.
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      03-18-2024, 10:55 AM   #4
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I live in Canada. And yes, it does slide a bit, but in a controlled manner. It sticked to the ground when I am gentle on the throttle. But whenever I want a little bit of fun, I just give it a little more, and the back will slide, then the traction kicks in and corrects it. I felt completely safe, and under control.
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      03-19-2024, 05:43 AM   #5
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Try turning on the Drive Off Assist (or something like that). It reduces the torque and power, which helps in such conditions.
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