When to Put on Winter Car Tires in Canada

In most countries, all-season tires will get you through the winter. But in Niagara, winter tires are a necessity. The ice on Canadian roads just gets far too thick, and the snows get too deep, for you to settle for anything less than winter tires. Read on to learn about the best time of year to install winter car tires and why you should put on winter car tires. Then, reach out to the Performance Mercedes-Benz tire centre in St Catharines to discuss your options!

What is the Best Time of Year to Install Winter Tires?

Wondering when to put on winter car tires in Canada? We recommend changing out your tires as soon as temps dip below 7 degrees Celsius. While that’s well above freezing, it’s important to install your winter tires before you need them in order to optimize your safety. At this temperature, you’ll be prepared for the rapid, and sometimes unpredictable shifts to freezing weather, and the iced over Niagara-on-the-Lake streets to come.

Why Should You Put on Winter Car Tires?

Now that you know what the best time of year to install winter tires is, let’s take a look at all the reasons winter tires keep you safer on Pelham streets when winter comes. Winter tires feature:

• A special rubber compound that increases traction on slippery surfaces
• Sharper tire edges that allow you to cut through ice, sleet, and snow banks
• Deeper, more complex tread patterns for increased grip on more dynamic surfaces

If you continue to drive on all-season tires, you’re jeopardizing your safety. What’s more, those tires are going to wear out quickly. We don’t care how well-designed they are, because the winter streets of St Catharines are something else.

Install Winter Tires at Performance Mercedes-Benz

You know when to punt on winter car tires in Canada, and why you should put winter tires on in the first place. Now, call our service centre at 905-685-3838 to schedule an appointment. We’ll put fresh winter tires on your car, so you can stay safer on the road all season. Don’t forget to check out our service and parts specials. We often run winter tire specials this time of year!