SPOKANE, Wash. -- Are studded tires more trouble than they're worth? Spokane believes so and wants to see them banned statewide.

Citing costly road damage and unnecessary use, the city is now pushing for a ban this upcoming legislative session.

Washington lawmakers tried to ban studded tires in 2019 but failed.

"Typically, people choose them if they want that extra reliability and security on a really slick surface of ice," said Nick Gaudio, the store manager for Tirerama on Division.

Gaudio helps drivers choose their tires, sometimes recommending studded ones.

"It fluctuates every year, depending on the people that move into the area, whether if they live up on the mountain or the South Hill," he said.

When those conditions aren't met, studded tires often damage roads.

In 2023, Spo

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