The numbers prove troubling - with Consumer Reports noting that approximately half of Canadian drivers believe their all-season tires will suffice for winter. There is no need, they claim, to make a change. It's too great a hassle with too little a reward.
The value of winter tires has been (repeatedly) proven, with their seasonal-specific designs affording them improved grippage in sleet, snow, and slush; and, when comparing responses between vehicles properly equipped with these options and those that weren’t, Consumer Reports found a clear increase in traction performance.
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Non-AWD/4WD Models (Cars)
Good Driving Rating
With Winter Tires: 68%
Without Winter Tires: 46%
Non-AWD/4WD Models (SUVs)
Good Driving Rating
With Winter Tires: 70%
Without Winter Tires: 61%
Utilizing winter tires allows drivers to more effectively navigate the season - and that is why visiting our Service Department is essential. Let our team equip your ride with the OEM options it deserves. We will connect you to high-quality brands that have been engineered to withstand Kelowna’s brutal weather, and this will assure superior traction in the snow.