Everything you want to know about Toyota winter tires

Winter is here and it is time to start thinking about winter tires. It is also time to start thinking about making sure that your current set of winter tires are still in good condition or replacing your winter tires if your previous tires are no longer adequate. Every year we find that our clients have a lot of questions when it comes to winter tires, and we are here to help you determine which winter tires are right for you. We are also here to help you determine if your winter tires are still in good shape and then we can also help you install them. Our goal is to help you. With that in mind, we have put together a few tips that should be able to help you when it comes to winter tires for your Toyota.

Now is a great time to install winter tires on your Toyota

Cold weather is the enemy of tires that aren't approved for winter use. These tires will begin to harden when the outside temperature goes below 7°C which in turn means that the compound will have less grip and less braking effectiveness. That means that when you start to see the weather go below 7° on a consistent basis, it is time to have your winter tires installed. Usually, that happens towards the end of October so now is a great time to book your appointment so that you are ready for the cold temperatures ahead.

Check the condition of your Toyota’s winter tires

One element that is often overlooked is the condition of the tires before you have them installed. We unfortunately tend to find out that our winter tires are no longer in good condition after they have been installed by the way our vehicle is behaving. To avoid such a situation, we would recommend that you measure the tread depth of your tires and confirm that they are at least 4.8 mm before you install your winter tires. Anything less than this, there is a strong probability that your tires won't last through winter. 

If you determined that you need a new set of winter tires, our winter tire experts will be happy to assist you in finding the right set of winter tires for you. There are many different types of winter tires with some performing better on snow while others will be more effective on ice. Moreover, there are different types of tires depending on the type of vehicle you are driving and where you are driving it. Your Toyota truck won’t have the same winter tire needs as an electric vehicle, of course, but you might also need a different type of winter tire if you are going to be towing with your truck or if you plan to go off-road in your Toyota SUV.

Ultimately, choosing the right winter tires for your vehicle requires the assistance of experts who sell tires that are specifically approved for your Toyota, and they can help you understand the differences between each of them. And the best thing is, you won't be paying more money by going through our Tire Centre but you will know you're getting the highest level of quality