Red Deer RCMP share winter tire tips

Nov 5, 2024 | 9:48 AM

The Red Deer RCMP Traffic Unit would like to remind residents that installing winter tires properly marked with the mountain and snowflake symbol, of the same size, speed rating, and load index on all four tires can improve vehicle handling on winter roads.

Tires marked “M + S” (mud and snow, or “all season” tires) can provide safe, all-weather performance, but may not always be suitable for severe snow conditions, RCMP say.

Wide high performance tires – aside from those designed as snow tires – are not suitable for snow covered roads.

With this in mind, these are the RCMP’s top four tips for winter tires:

Install four winter tires – To help maintain control and stability of your vehicle in icy conditions, Transport Canada and the Rubber Association of Canada recommend that you install winter tires in sets of four.
Mixing tires with different tread patterns, internal construction, and size degrades the stability of the vehicle and should be avoided.
As a tire wears, snow traction is reduced. Tires that are worn close to the tread-wear indicators have reduced traction and should not be used on snow-covered roads or in severe snow conditions.
Proper air pressure extends tread life, improves safety, and reduces fuel consumption — all vital factors in saving energy and protecting the environment. Tire pressure decreases as temperatures drop, so be sure to check the pressures at least once a month when the tires are cold, preferably after the car has been out all night.
Tires marked with this symbol meet snow traction performance requirements and are designed specifically for use in snow conditions.

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