we just had a snow storm in chicago a week ago on thursday and the car sucked...i was also skidding all over the place and went as far as 2nd gear...i noticed that the back of the car has not weight what so ever so i'm considering buying (2) 50 pound bags of salt and putting them in the trunk....i might also buy new wheels for next winter rather than taking a chance in ruining my car...wish me look, we are supposed to get another snow storm tomorrow