Device for increasing tire traction

A device for increasing traction between a tire and a surface the tire is in contact with, comprising

• two or more line structures, at least two of which configured for encircling along two side walls of the tire, respectively;
• a plurality of cross members configured for contacting a tread portion of the tire, the cross members comprising mechanism for connecting the two or more line structures together;
• wherein at least one of the cross members comprises a strap made of a material comprising textile, one or more traction components attached to at least a surface side of said strap;
• wherein none of said plurality of cross members crosses another;
• wherein said one or more traction components further comprise one or more raised structures arranged on a surface side of the traction components;
• wherein said one or more raised structures are made of a material comprising one or more of thermoplastic polyurethane, sand, polystyrene, and textile.