Tom purchases a new set of tires for his vehicle. He informs Richard, the vendor who specializes in such goods, that he intends to use it in snowy conditions. The tires do not provide sufficient grip in snow, and his vehicle meets with an accident. Which of the following statements is true of this scenario?

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Richard is liable as he breached an implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. When Tom informed Richard that he intended to use the tires in snowy conditions, it became Richard's responsibility to ensure that the tires were suitable for such use. By selling tires that do not provide sufficient grip in snow, Richard breached the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, making him liable for any damages that Tom suffered as a result of the accident. The fact that Tom voluntarily assumed the risk of driving in snowy conditions does not absolve Richard of liability for selling him an unfit product. The issuance of an express warranty is not relevant to this case. Negligent design is also not applicable here, as Tom did not allege any defect in the design of the tires.

Tom Purchases a New Set of Tires for His Vehicle