Chevrolet 2003 Malibu Owner's Manual page 192

Driving on Snow or Ice
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet
the road probably have good traction.
However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and
the road, you can have a very slippery situation.
You'll have a lot less traction or "grip" and will need to
be very careful.
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