The Risks of Driving Your Winter Tires in Summer

Will you be changing vehicules between December 1st and March 15?Did you know that you can enjoy a 7-day extension allowing you to PURCHASE and INSTALL your winter tires at the location of your choice?This extension is granted when:you purchase...

Discover how to choose our winter tires in 9 steps!Driving in snow or cold weather is inevitable in Quebec. But it’s no longer necessary to stress the importance of getting winter tires—since 2008, all cars are required by law to have...

The benefits of nitrogen tire inflationNitrogen tire inflation is widely available to motorists. This technology has long been tested and used to inflate aircraft and racecar tires for decades. Is it just a passing fad or are there real benefits...

How to read a tire sidewall?In addition to the tire brand and model, the sidewall always indicates the critical information regarding size and capacities.Here is the explanation for the different details of a tire identified as 185/70 R 14...

Knowing the wear of your tires is critical to your safety on the roadAll tires have wear indicators that become visible when the tread has been reduced to 1.6 mm or 2/3 po thickness. The tire must then be replaced. A little trick to check...

A good air pressure of your tires, it pays!Do you know that the air in the tires supports 95 per cent of a vehicle’s weight? Operating a vehicle with just one tire underinflated by 2 psi can increase the vehicle’s fuel consumption by 2.4...

Summer is just around the corner and all festival-goers and travellers will soon be ready to set off adventure seeking with their RV. However, before hitting the road it is important to install the right tires on your recreational vehicle. With...

In winter sunny and rainy days can come in close succession, and it can snow any time. Because of such fast-changing winter weather conditions, trustworthy winter tires are a priority for safe driving. Better not to underestimate what Mother...

Long gone are the days of the horse-drawn carriage! The research and development teams of tire manufacturers just keep on coming up each year with more innovations. From intelligent studs to tires with a reduced ecological footprint, advances in...

Of all the car maintenance checks there is little doubt that the easiest to perform and surely the least expensive involves the verification of tire inflation pressure. The air pressure in the tires support 95% of the car, so maintaining this...

The Formula 1 auto racing circuit presents some of the most exciting sporting events in the world. These race car drivers go 300 km/h (or more) for approximately 70 consecutive laps to win the race. Canada is lucky to be one of the many stops of...

To ensure the safety of motorists during the winter, regulations stipulate that all vehicles registered in the province of Quebec must be equipped with winter tires. Driving with tires adapted to winter conditions is essential to improve road...

Limited tread life warrantyLimited warranty on manufacturing defectsProtection against road hazardsMoney-back guaranteeDid you know that your tires are covered by a warranty provided by the manufacturer, even if they were purchased online? It...

As fuel prices continue to rise, drivers are trying to find any way possible to save money at the pump. To do so, we can avoid letting the car run when stopped and try not to use the air conditioning too much. However, there are more efficient...

When the time comes to purchase winter or summer tires, it can be difficult to make a decision with all the different brands available. A set of new tires can also be very expensive. Should we prioritize saving money by purchasing used tires, or...

In Quebec, the law stipulates that every vehicle on the road must be equipped with tires specially designed for winter between December 1st and March 15th. This law ensures better safety on the road in difficult driving conditions. However, not...

In Quebec, it is required to have winter tires on your vehicle between December 1st and March 15th. But why is it important to change our tires in the winter? What are the differences between summer tires and winter tires? It’s all a question...

Even if the weather is still nice, winter is coming with its wet, icy, snowy roads. Since 2019, winter tires must now be installed by December 1st. You should try to make an appointment early to avoid your mechanic being fully booked. Are you...

Since the beginning of 2019, all vehicles registered in Quebec must be equipped with winter tires by December 1st. This year, the winter tires will be coming out earlier! To ensure your safety on the road, make sure your winter tires are adapted...

When the time comes to change our tires, we often wonder if they will hold until the next season or if they are already too worn-out. All you need is one pothole or rub against the curb to damage a tire that is too old or worn-out. It is safer to...