Tires

Last fall, we introduced you to the Cooper Weather-Master WSC, a winter tire designed specifically for pickups and SUVs, vehicle types that remain among Canada’s bestsellers, year after year. Not only is the Weather-Master WSC likely to be a very popular product in the Cooper lineup, but it should also …

In a previous article, we talked about the Hankook Winter i*Pike RS , a tire that we’ve been testing all winter to see what it’s capable of. Good for both SUVs and touring cars, this tire strikes a good balance between price and performance. Hankook does offer higher-performance products, but …

Winter is officially here. Choosing the right winter tires for your needs and budget is never an easy task. No one likes to spend on tires, even though they have a direct impact on how your vehicle drives in winter. In fact, good tires can help keep you safe. When …

The snow tire season is almost upon us and with such a wide array of models to choose from, it can be hard to decide what’s right for you. Some tires offer unequivocal performance, but high prices make them less accessible. Is it possible to find a good tire that …

BFGoodrich Tires is expanding its power line with the launch of the BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport LT tire, This year-round tire for CUVs, SUVs and light trucks is an extension of the BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport launched in 2016. The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A Sport tire and Advantage T/A Sport LT …

Money’s tight these days, so choosing a cheap four-season (or three-season) tire is a tempting proposition. Sure, they often look nice and may offer what seems to be adequate performance, but they quickly reach their limit when you take corners or brake, especially if you’re unforgiving with the steering wheel …

It’s winter tire season and if you haven’t already had some installed, you’re late! Most people find buying or replacing winter tires a tedious—and costly—task that doesn’t necessarily deliver many returns. They’d rather put the money toward a trip down south. But tire shopping is more pleasant if you keep …

The Car Guide conducted an exhaustive winter tire test, which sought out to determine the best overall choices as well as the tires that offer the best value and performance. These tests are carried out in Canada by two tire experts, Jean-François Guay and Michel Poirier-Defoy, both seasoned automobile journalists …

Winter tires aren’t required by law in most Canadian provinces, although they are an obligation in Quebec from December 15 to March 15. However, choosing the right tire isn’t as simple as grabbing just any set with a winter tire symbol. Cheap winter tires aren’t effective. Not only are they …

Article produced by the PMCtire.com team You've all heard a friend, a neighbour, or a colleague bragging about the new "rims" he installed on his car. Enhanced look and improved road grip are only some of the benefits that motivate car owners to buy alloy wheels. And you? Do you …