Face the Quebec winter

Everyone knows that in Quebec, winter tires are mandatory from December 1 to March 15 inclusive. However, do you know if your tires are really designed for winter driving and if they comply with Transports Québec regulations?

Winter tires, or all-season tires?

All-season tires (mud and ice) and summer tires are poorly suited to winter driving. The rubber they are made from hardens and loses grip when the mercury drops below 7°C. The rubber of winter tires remains much softer and more grippy, up to temperatures approaching -30°C. Don’t put your safety at risk.

Follow the regulations in force

Let’s get one thing straight right away: you absolutely need to get winter tires. Even if you plan to only take short trips, even if you don’t want to take your car out when the roads are icy or snowy. It’s the law and you must comply, otherwise you risk hefty fines that could cost you a lot more than four new tires.

Consumer responsibility

It is your duty to ensure that the tires you wish to purchase bear the pictogram (a mountain decorated with a snowflake) certifying that they are suitable for winter driving. In fact, the sale of tires not bearing this pictogram is not prohibited during the cold season and you must therefore be vigilant and ensure that you buy the right product.

You don’t really know how to find your way around due to the wide variety of products found in stores? Consult our catalogue and filter your search results by season so that the products that you are viewing meet this specific criterion.

Don’t hesitate to come see us directly at one of our workshops. Pneus Chartrand Mécanique has a team ready to help you make the right choice. Our experts know their products inside out and will be able to tell you if your tires comply with Transports Québec regulations and if they are safe for winter driving.