This is also true for noise - tread design and compound are much bigger factors for noise than section width. Also, what you describe is not necessarily in con

This is also true for noise - tread design and compound are much bigger factors for noise than section width. Also, what you describe is not necessarily in conflict with the parent. Skinny tires are good in the snow because there's less plowing effect and more pressure to grip into the snow. However, more width is generally better on icy roads.