Does the Audi A4 need chains for Stevens Pass or Mount Rainier?
Verified: 2026-05-30
At a glance
WSDOT may require traction tires or chains Nov–Apr on mountain passes. AWD trims help; confirm your exact Audi A4 trim has AWD before ski trips.
What to know
Tables, fee breakdowns & trip planning — not a raw data dump
Planning your rental
Shuttle & pickup
Terminal Islands 1 & 16 → CONRAC (3150 S 160th St, SeaTac, WA 98188)
| Band | Wait | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak | 5–8 min | Weekday daytime |
| Peak | 10–15 min | Rush hours |
| Friday PM | 12–18 min | ~6 PM band |
Out-the-door fees
| Kayak base rate | ~$57/day |
| Facility charge (CFC) | $7/day |
| Concession recovery (ACRF) | 11.1% (~$6/day) |
| Est. out-the-door | ~$70/day |
What to expect on your trip
- WSDOT may require traction tires or chains Nov–Apr on mountain passes.
- AWD trims help; confirm your exact Audi A4 trim has AWD before ski trips.
- Sea-Tac CONRAC at 3150 S 160th St — free purple-sign shuttles from Terminal Level 1 Islands 1 & 16.
- Model page: audi a4.
- Policies change — confirm deposit, insurance, and fuel on your contract.
Similar cars to consider
- Compare all 12 brands before pickup.
Honest heads-up
Know this
Kayak averages hide CFC (~$7/day) and ACRF (11.1%) stacked on base rates. Compare all-in daily cost, not headline $/day.
Know this
Deposit holds are often confused with charges. At CONRAC, holds typically release 5–14 business days after return depending on bank batching.
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