As summer begins to wind down, it’s time to start thinking about prepping your car for the upcoming seasons. Although we won’t see snow just yet, it’s important to get the equipment you need ahead of time, especially your winter tires, so you’re ready for that first snowfall. What Are Winter Tires? As the name
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What’s the Difference between All-Weather and All-Season Tires?
Choosing the right tires is an essential part of operating a vehicle. But what kind of tires do you need? Deciding whether to use all-weather, all-season, or winter tires? The answer depends on where you live, the conditions you typically drive in, and your budget. In this post, we will discuss the attributes of all-weather,
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Getting out of a Snowbank
By Lori Straus One thing no one looks forward to in winter driving is ending up in a snowbank. At best, you may have accidentally straddled your car over a parking medium you didn’t see because the snow was too deep. At worst, your car drove nose first into a ditch and your windshield is
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6 Driving Habits to Change for the Winter
by Lori Straus Snow and ice are around the corner in southern Ontario, but it’s already shown its face in parts of Northern Ontario. With the change in weather comes the change in driving habits. Below you’ll find five driving habits you should change for the winter. Your Winter Driving Kit Checklist Change from your
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Using Studded Tires in Ontario
by Lori Straus Studded tires provide the ultimate grip on icy roads. However, they face heavy regulation in Ontario. In this blog post, we’ll give you a quick overview on the status of studded tires. What Are Studded Tires? Studded tires have small metal studs spread out throughout the tire tread and better grip soft
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Winter Auto Racing: Ice Racing
By Lori Straus Ice racing is exactly what it says: car racing on a track of ice. The Ontario finals take place every year starting in January in Minden, Ontario. Approximately 100 racers come out each weekend for a six-weekend stretch and compete in several classes. The CASC makes it easy for anyone interested in
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When Should You Change to Winter Tires?
That’s always the big question every fall, isn’t it? Do you change to winter tires early on to avoid “tire jams” at the garage? Or do you hold off as long as you can to keep your fuel efficiency high?
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