Posted on 5/31/2022
As we approach summer in BC, it may be time to swap out your winter tires for new ones. Tires can be quite overwhelming for Canadian drivers. In fact, it is required for BC drivers to have winter tires installed. When you switch them out, there are a lot of sizes, brands, and tread options to choose from. A tire change is only necessary when you use specialized winter or seasonal tires on your vehicle. There’s an exception to certain all-season tires. However, spring is the best time of year to swap them out. Winter tires, often with a snowflake symbol, differ from summer or all-season tires in that they are designed specifically for harsh winter climates. They have deep treads compared to the latter to drive over deep snow. They’re constructed with special rubber that is resilient to low temperatures. Using winter tires outside of the winter season can quickly overheat the rubber and diminish the integrity of the tire, shortening its l ... read more