Get my winter tires put on at Pfaff Mazda
Get my winter tires put on at Pfaff Mazda
Don’t wait until you hit that first patch of black ice or see an early winter fender-bender to install your winter tires. As soon as the temperature dips below 7°C you should consider changing to winter tires in order to benefit from the increased traction, braking and handling they provide. If you are looking to get your winter tires put on in London, then our service department at Pfaff Mazda has got you covered! Most people are aware of the fact that winter tires are beneficial in the winter months, but how many people know just when to put them on? In this blog by Pfaff Mazda, we take a look at this!
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You MUST install all four winter tires!…
When equipping your vehicle with winter tires, it is important that winter tires are installed in sets of four to help maintain control and stability of your vehicle in icy conditions. Anything less than four winter tires compromises your vehicle’s safety and the overall effectiveness of winter tires.
Never install only two winter tires on the front axle of a vehicle. This is particularly dangerous and could result in a complete loss of control. Installing two winter tires on the front axle only will increase the grip in the front, leading to a false sense of confidence and a decrease grip in the rear, causing oversteer.
Installing two winter tires on the rear axle only will increase grip in the rear, but may surprise a driver with decreased grip in the front, causing understeer. Your Pfaff Mazda service technician can talk to you about the proper way to install your winter tires, and why it is important to do so.
Why 7 degrees Celsius?…
Below 7 degrees Celsius, the rubber on all-season tires progressively hardens making them less effective as temperatures drop. On the flip side, this temperature is also when winter tires start doing their best work. If you regularly encounter ice, unplowed snow or slush, then you’re going to need winter tires. Winter tires will give you the extra traction, braking and handling you’ll need to confidently drive in all cold weather conditions. They have specialized rubber compounds and tread designs to handle the cold temperatures. The tread remains flexible to prevent snow buildup and help with traction on ice.
It’s best to play it safe and have winter tires installed not just early but on time. If you wait for the first sign of snowflakes to have your tires changed over, it could be days before you get in and you’ll be compromising your safety in the meantime. If you are looking for a place where you can get your winter tires put onto your Mazda, then our Pfaff Mazda dealership is the place for you! Click here to find our contact information, schedule a test drive, or to speak with a representative.