Your vehicle’s tires are important for ensuring proper contact with the road and maximum traction to deliver a safe commute. However, that’s only possible if you have the right tires for each driving season and swap them on time. Continue reading to find out more about the importance of season tire swaps, how a tire change is different, and the services we offer to make your ownership seamless.
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Seasonal Tire Swap & Changes
Your driving safety starts with choosing the right tires for each season, a critical decision in Canada, where the weather can change rapidly. Cold winters bring snow and ice, while hot summers or rainy springs require the right tires for maximum traction. No single tire can handle all conditions perfectly, which makes having a dedicated set of winter tires and another set of summer or all-season tires essential.
As a general guideline, when temperatures drop below 7°C, it’s time to switch to winter tires. Once temperatures consistently rise above 7°C, you should swap back to all-season or summer tires. Following this simple rule helps ensure safer driving year-round.
- When to Swap to All-Season/Summer Tires: Once temperatures consistently rise above 7°C.
- When to Swap to Winter Tires: when temperatures drop below 7°C.
Note: A tire swap entails having a separate set of wheels with tires mounted, whereas a tire change is when you own two sets of tires that get mounted onto the same wheels/alloys.
4 Benefits of Tire Swaps
Swapping your tires on time offers a variety of benefits beyond enjoying top traction, control, and safety. A few of the additional benefits of swapping your tires include the following:
1. Extending Tire Life:
Regularly switching between tires during each driving season helps prevent uneven wear, ensuring that each set lasts as long as possible and performs optimally throughout its lifespan.
2. Reduce Noise & Vibration:
The right tires for the season ensure a smoother ride with less vibration. All-season tires can become too hard in winter, while winter tires get too soft in summer.
3. Improved Fuel Economy:
Using tires designed for the current season reduces rolling resistance, improving your vehicle’s fuel economy and lowering running costs.
4. Peace of Mind:
Installing an appropriate set of tires for the season gives you the confidence to tackle longer road trips without worrying about traction or unexpected tire blowouts.
Store Your Tires at Our Dealership
Sometimes, having a second set of tires can be hard due to limited space at home or the hassle of transporting them back and forth every season when a swap is coming up. However, you won’t have to worry about that if you choose our tire storage service at Fredericton Mitsubishi, where we store your tires in the perfect climate and have them ready for your next tire swap appointment, reducing the hassle and getting you back on the road in no time.
Schedule Your Tire Swap & Storage at Fredericton Mitsubishi
Get your seasonal tire swap done at Fredericton Mitsubishi and take advantage of our quick service and tire storage to make your ownership experience seamless. From regular maintenance to repairs and more, you can depend on our Mitsubishi-certified service centre for all your automotive needs in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Contact us with any questions you may have and schedule your service appointment today to ensure you are ready for the upcoming driving season.