The Best Winter Tires for Cars and Smaller SUVs in 2023-2024

The best winter tires for 2023

The Best Winter Tires for Larger SUVs & Pickup Trucks in Canada for 2023-2024

BFGoodrich T/A K02 Tires Review, Part 1: All-Terrain Tires, All Year ‘Round? Discuss

We put to the test new BFGoodrich T/A K02 tires, all-terrain products that stand out right off the bat for being four-season tires approved for winter use.

Guide to Winter Tires in 2023-2024: Lots of Choice, and Choices to Make

Hankook Kinergy 4S2 (750) Tire Review

Motomaster Winter Edge II Tires Review: We Test the New Tire on Snow and Ice

Auto123 has tested the new Motomaster Winter Edge II tire, produced for Canadian Tire by Hankook. This new tire will be available for the fall of 2023.

Winter tire reminder: December 15th is approaching

As you know, winter tires are mandatory in Quebec from December 15th to March 15th. The law, aimed at reducing the number of accidents during the cold season, applies to all tax...

Winter Tires: The Most Frequently Asked Questions

To help you choose the right winter tires, we have gathered the most frequently asked questions with answers.

The Best Winter Tires for Cars & Smaller SUVs in Canada for 2021-2022

In this year two of the pandemic, another challenge approaches: the season of snow, ice, cold and slush. Auto123.com presents its 2021-2022 winter tire buying guide. Discover th...

RWC: A factory-original look for your light-alloy wheels

Grand Prix Import of Montreal specializes in producing and selling, under the RWC name, light-alloy replicas of factory-original wheels from the biggest car manufacturers, among...

The Best Winter Tires for Larger SUVs & Pickup Trucks in Canada for 2022-2023

Snow, ice, cold, slush - it's a challenge looming once again on the horizon, to close the books on what has been another extraordinary year. But this challenge is a perfectly pr...

The Best Winter Tires for Cars and Small SUVs in 2022-2023

As the geese start to head south, we know what’s coming: the season of snow, ice, cold and slush, of skiing, snowboarding, pond hockey and frozen toes. And so Auto123.com presen...

Nokian Unveils Two New Tires for Off-Road Adventures

Nokian Tyres today launched two new tires designed for SUV owners who like to venture off the beaten path. The Outpost AT and Outpost APT offer more ruggedness and durability, a...

Nokian Presents its New Hakkapeliitta 10 Tire for Next Winter

Nokian has just introduced its new Hakkapeliitta 10 tire for next winter. The range initially includes about ten variants, including one designed for electric cars.

The Best Winter Tires for Larger SUVs & Pickup Trucks in Canada for 2021-2022

Snow, ice, cold, slush - here comes another challenge looming on the horizon, in what has been another extraordinary year. But this challenge is a perfectly predictable one, all...

Winter tires: Calculating tire wear and preventing it

You want to know if your winter tires are still safe for the upcoming cold season without having to ask your local mechanic? Here are various methods to calculate winter tire wear.

Should You Buy a Second Set of Wheels for Winter?

A lot of Canadians choose to invest in a second set of rims for winter use only, but is it really worth it? Why should you do it?

Are All-Weather Tires a Good Choice?

All-weather tires provide decent performance year-long, but definitely fall short in certain winter conditions. See if they’re right for you.

Best Low-Cost Winter Tires for 2017-2018

Some affordable tires provide good enough performance in winter conditions and will get you through the season without breaking the bank. To help drivers on a budget, we came up...

Best 2017-2018 Winter Tires for Passenger Cars

What are the best 2017-2018 winter tires for your car? Once again Auto123.com helps you make the right choice with its annual top 5!

Should You Buy Studded Tires or Not?

Studded tires may save you some trouble if you live in a rural area or often use secondary roads like the ones leading to your favourite ski resort.

5 Reasons to Switch from All-Season Tires to Winter Tires

Winter tires are the best when it gets cold, but only 60% of Canadians use them. Here are a few reasons that we hope will convince the remaining 40%.

How to Find the Best Winter Tires for Your Vehicle

Finding the best winter tires for your car, truck or SUV is very important. Once again Auto123.com is there to help you with some winter tire tips and advice from PMCtire!

Long-Term Review of the Michelin X-ICE Snow Tire: My Verdict After a “Different” Kind of Winter!

As part of our long-term review of Michelin’s new X-ICE SNOW tire, we render a verdict on this new tire that the French manufacturer tested – and is manufacturing – right here i...

Long-Term Review of the Michelin X-ICE SNOW Tire: The Introduction

As part of our long-term review of Michelin’s new X-ICE SNOW tire, we start with an introduction that adds the back-story and places some context on this new product that Michel...

Yokohama Launches Winter Travel Campaign for Canadians

As part of its effort to promote winter road travel, Yokohama Tire (Canada) Inc. has produced three short videos designed to encourage Canadians to explore, get back to normal a...

The Best Winter Tires for Cars in Canada for 2020-2021

In this year of the pandemic, another challenge is approaching: the season of snow, ice, cold and slush. Auto123.com presents our buying guide to winter tires for cars for the 2...

The Best Winter Tires for SUVs, Pickups in Canada for 2020-2021

Snow, ice, cold, slush. Here's another challenge that we're facing in a frankly extraordinary 2020. Except this one is fully predictable, as winter shows its face on the horizon...

The Best Winter Tires for SUVs, Pickups in Canada for 2019-2020

Snow, ice, slush, cold, wind: Winter is approaching, in fact it’s already here in some corners of the country! Auto123.com presents our buying guide to winter tires for cars for...

Are cheaper Chinese-Made Winter Tires a Smart Choice?

Do low-priced winter tires from Chinese manufacturers represent a smart choice for Canadian motorists this cold season? Auto123 tries to answer the question of whether it’s a go...

The Best Winter Tires for Cars in Canada for 2018-2019

In some parts of Canada the snow is already with us – and in the other parts, it’s on the way! Auto123.com presents our buying guide to winter tires for cars for the 2018-2019 s...

Best 2017-2018 Winter Tires for SUVs and Light Trucks

What are the best 2017-2018 winter tires for your SUV, crossover, minivan or light-duty truck? We help you make the right choice with our annual top 5!

2018 Nokian tires put to the test: a beautiful journey

As part of an effort to increase its visibility in Canada, Nokian invited members of the automotive press to a special event spanning two days, during which we were given the op...

Bridgestone Blizzak LT: New Winter Tire for Heavy-Duty Trucks

Here is the Bridgestone Blizzak LT, a new winter tire for large SUVs and trucks. In comparison with the Blizzak W965, The LT model ensures better control and improves road grip ...

Continental WinterContact TS 850 P Shines in Testing

The performance capabilities of the WinterContact TS 850 P winter tire have been confirmed. It beat all others in a comparative test carried out in Europe.

Getting your car ready for winter is about more than just your tires

Winter tires are just a start. Drivers need to be fully prepared to take on the cold conditions. Follow these 10 recommendations.

New MotoMaster Winter Edge Tire Designed for Canadian Winters

Discover the characteristics and capabilities of the innovative new MotoMaster Winter Edge tire, tested by 17 Canadian drivers invited by Canadian Tire to the Mécaglisse complex...

Dunlop, Goodyear Lead Recent Winter Tire Tests

Dunlop and Goodyear have shown their strength in recent winter tire tests conducted by GTÜ/ACE, ADAC/TCS and ÖAMTC in Europe. More details here!

Top 2014-‘15 Utility Winter Tire Recommendations

If you’re in the market for a new car, the likelihood that you’re shopping in the compact crossover segment is quite high. This is especially true if you’ve got a small family i...

New BFGoodrich Winter T/A KSI Available in Canada Only

The new BFGoodrich Winter T/A KSI winter tire promises extreme winter traction and serious wet performance, plus undeniable durability. Check it out!

Why Buy Winter Tires Early?

If you are looking for new winter tires, you may want to consider shopping sooner rather than later. Here’s why…

2017-2018 Winter Tires & Accessories: Our Coverage Begins!

Need winter tires and accessories or perhaps some useful winter driving tips? Visit Auto123.com regularly in the next few weeks!

Toyo Observe G3 Ice: End of Season Review

End of winter often means end-of-winter snowstorms, and that's exactly what we got, just as we were wrapping up our long-term test of the Toyo Observe G3 Ice tires on the 2017 C...

Toyo Observe G3 Ice Long-Term Test: Mid-Winter Report

The Toyo Observe G3 Ice delivers surprising grip and safety whether in the snow or on icy surfaces. Here's a recap midway through the cold season.

Mazda Ice Academy : Lots of fun in the snow!

Early this year, Mazda invited a few members of the automotive press to the inaugural Mazda Ice Academy in Colorado. Auto123.com was on hand. If you missed this article, go read...

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow…

Winter tires, snow, ice, cold… Auto123.com reminds you to drive safely and ensure your car is properly equipped. Our 2016-2017 Winter Tire Guide will help you!

Winter is here; Auto123.com has got you covered!

Need winter tires and accessories or perhaps some useful winter driving tips? Auto123.com has all the information to help you make the right decision.

Worn winter tires: how safe are they?

Are your winter tires a few seasons old? Their level of wear directly affects your safety on the road, as evidenced by Kal Tire’s latest tests.

Bridgestone asks: “Are you ready for winter?”

Bridgestone once again urges Canadians to prepare for the winter driving season by following these few simple recommendations. Read on.

Do you have proper winter tires for your car?

Pretty soon, most drivers in Canada will have to deal with snow, slush, and ice on the road. Do you have the proper tires for your car, your truck or your SUV?

Overview of Winter Tires for 2016-2017

Here are the pros and cons of selected brands and models of 2016-2017 winter tires.

Dunlop Winter Sport featured in crazy stunt

The Dunlop Winter Sport tire is featured in a crazy stunt where a skier jumps over a Porsche Macan riding uphill. You have to see this!

Vredestein Wintrac xtreme S ideal for the cold, not just winter

Vredestein is a premium tire brand you may not be familiar with. Here’s an overview focusing on its Wintrac xtreme S tire.

Pirelli launches its new Cinturato Winter tire

With the Cinturato Winter tire, Pirelli proposes maximal safety in all types of conditions, enhanced driving pleasure, and a comfort level normally associated with summer tires.

Top 2015-16 Utility Winter Tires

Winter is coming! Make sure you're ready with the right tires!

Michelin’s Winter Driving Academy continues to guide drivers (video)

Michelin’s Winter Driving Academy offers many training sessions for drivers looking to survive and even enjoy winter on the road. Watch.

Winter Tire Review: Toyo Observe GSi5

The Toyo Observe GSi5 is one of the best winter tires in the medium price range. Learn more about it here.

1. 2016-2017 Winter Tires, Tips and Accessories

The 2016-2017 season for winter tires starts today on the Auto123.com website. Are you ready?

Winter driving tips: controlled sliding (video)

Winter is coming, and as you know, driving in these harsh conditions can be pretty challenging at times. Let Michelin Canada’s Winter Driving Academy teach you about controlled ...

Goodyear UltraGrip Ice SUV delivers performance in extreme winter conditions

Discover the new technologies at work in the Goodyear UltraGrip Ice SUV, a performance tire designed to meet the specific requirements of extreme winter countries and SUVs.

Toyo Celsius all-weather tire explained in video

Toyo promises a higher degree of safety year-round with the new Celsius and Celsius CUV all-weather tires. Watch the video.

Mandatory winter tire season ends today, March 15th in Quebec

Starting on Wednesday, drivers in Quebec can legally switch to all-season or summer tires.

Top 2015-16 Winter Tires

Winter is coming! Make sure you're ready with the right tires!