Looks like the first snow of the year is forecast for next week. I figure that's the warning shot across the bow telling me I should figure out snow tires. Our car is a FWD Volvo V60. The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 tires have been suggested by friends with a Volvo XC70. That's a non-studded snow tire. I've already learned to recognize the sound of a studded tire approaching while out cycling, so non-studded kind of appeals. But just want to be smart. We did fine last winter without them, but I have a bad feeling about this winter.