Spring in Canada has sprung! Longer days. Warmer temperatures. Road trip plans.
Not so fast.
Do you have your winter tires off your vehicle yet? If not, you should. Once temperatures consistently rise above freezing temperature, it’s recommended that winter tires be replaced with all-season or summer tires.
There are several reasons why you should switch your tires after a Canadian winter. Here are our top four reasons why you should not drive on winter tires once the season changes.
Winter tires are designed to perform better in cold and snowy conditions because they are made of a special rubber compound that stays soft and pliable in low temperatures. This allows them to maintain better traction on snow and ice-covered roads.
However, when the weather gets warmer, the rubber in winter tires becomes too soft and can wear out more quickly, leading to reduced performance. If you drive on winter tires in the warmer months, be prepared for more frequent tire replacements.
In addition to the issue of rubber composition, winter tires have a more aggressive tread pattern that is designed to grip and bite into snow and ice. While this design is great for winter driving in Canada, it can reduce handling and braking performance on dry or wet roads in warmer weather. This is because the larger tread blocks and deeper grooves can reduce the amount of rubber in contact with the road, reducing traction and grip. It’s a safety concern.
Driving on winter tires in warm weather can also increase fuel consumption. This is due to the increased rolling resistance caused by winter tire design and composition. You will likely have to spend more money on gas if you do not change your winter tires. Save money and change them today!
Driving on winter tires in warm weather can also increase fuel consumption. This is due to the increased rolling resistance caused by winter tire design and composition. You will likely have to spend more money on gas if you do not change your winter tires. Save money and change them today!
Driving on winter tires in warm weather can harm the environment. Your engine needs to work harder to overcome the rolling resistance created by the aggressive tread pattern and different rubber composition, leading to more emissions.
Since improper tire use can also lead to more frequent tire replacements, that produces even more emissions. After all, the production of tires requires energy and resources. Additional tire disposals can contribute to environmental impact as well. Do your part and get your tires switched sooner than later.
Driving on the right type of tires for the season and weather conditions is an important step in maintaining vehicle safety, saving the environment, and saving you money.
We encourage you to drive into one of our service bays at your convenience for a no-appointment tire switch.! Just drive in and drive on. Reword as not all locations provide this service.