Any type of snow can effect your driving.
Hard packed snow can be as slippery as ice.
Slushy wet snow can build up in the wheel wells of your vehicle effecting your steering.
Give buying snow tires a thought.
Also be aware of your following distance and make sure you will have time to stop.
Make sure you take the time to clear off your entire car.
Front rear and side windows.
If you don’t, you might see a $110 dollar fine.
Bottom line..drive to the weather conditions and you can always get road information on the Ministry of Transportation update line by calling 511.