With the snow finally off the ground in most places and temperatures staying warm, it's time to start thinking about switching to your summer tires. According to tire industry recommendations, it's best practice to use winter tires when the average daily temperature is consistently 7°C (44.6°F) or lower, and to switch to summer or all-season tires when temperatures stay above that threshold. While this isn't a hard and fast rule—especially in a province where the weather can’t seem to make up its mind—it’s a good guideline to follow.
If you're wondering why it's so important to change tires with the seasons, it all comes down to the design and engineering of the tires. Winter tires are made with a softer rubber compound and tread patterns designed for cold, snowy, and icy conditions. Summer tires, on the other hand, are built for warmer temperatures and offer better handling, braking, and performance on dry or wet roads.
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