# What Are The Chains Beneath Fire Trucks & Ambulances For?

> Putting tire chains on your car manually can be a frustrating and time-consuming process, especially since it's usually done in very cold weather.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1963017/fire-truck-ambulance-hanging-chains-purpose-explained/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68c2edc7bcc7c33765a4304f)
- **Published:** 2025-09-11
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #chains #ambulances #beneath #fire #trucks #cold #consuming #dangerous
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