Driving in Canadian winters can be challenging at best, especially here in Calgary, where conditions can change drastically every day. Ensure you’re well-prepared for whatever our ever-changing climate throws your way, with proper winter tires for your specific Lexus vehicle. Even better, our expert Service Department can easily install your brand-new tires for you right after you purchase your set. Read on to learn more about winter tires, and be well-prepared for when you visit our dealership’s tire department.

Why Do I Need Winter Tires?

Winter tires are a critical safety feature of your vehicle in winter driving conditions, as they’re the only part of your vehicle that touches the road! Winter tires ensure your vehicle has the best possible contact on the road surface. Proper winter tires help you reduce braking distance in slippery conditions, as well as improve handling on corners and turning to provide better safety for you, your occupants, and others on the road.

When Do I Need Winter Tires?

Don’t wait for the first icy fender-bender you see, or first patch of black ice you slide on, to get your set of winter tires on your car. As soon as the temperature drops below 7 degrees in the fall season, you should consider putting winter tires on your vehicle. Lower temperature reduces the elasticity of the rubber in normal tires, so think of your winter tires as “cold-weather” tires instead.

How Many Winter Tires Do I Need?

Don’t let yourself be fooled by what you see or read online, you cannot get by with less than four winter tires. A full set of 4 winter tires is the safest and proper way to use winter tires. Only two tires on the front or rear tires can lead to understeer or oversteer, where your vehicle either turns too much or not enough, which is dangerous in cold-weather conditions.

Where Do I Find Winter Tires

Get in touch with our Parts team here at Lexus of Calgary, or utilize our online Tire Selector to help you find the proper winter tires for your Lexus model. We’ll help you get the right-fitting tires for your specific model, as well as handle installation for you if you’d prefer us to do it. Get in touch with us today to book your appointment, and secure your set of new winter tires.