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Debunking Winter Tire Myths

Blog Nov 28th, 2025
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Winter tires are extremely important for winter driving. These tires are designed for freezing temperatures and provide measures that can’t be replaced. Yet many myths around winter tires still exist. Continue reading as the experts at Yellowknife Motors debunk myths about winter tires surrounding all-season tires, weather conditions, and four-wheel drive.

Myth #1: All-Season Tires Work Fine

If your-vehicle has all-season tires, you might believe winter tires aren’t necessary. It’s in the name after all. The truth is all-season tires don’t cover the extreme conditions that Canadians experience every winter. These tires don’t feature the specialized rubber needed for winter driving. They’re designed for moderate weather, and its material reflects that.

Myth #2: Don’t Need Winter Tire if There’s No Snow

It’s a common belief winter tires are only needed when there’s snow on the ground. The truth is your vehicle should have winter tires as soon as the weather starts consistently dropping below 7 degrees. Installing winter tires when it gets cold means your vehicle will have superior traction on cold and icy roads.

Myth #3: You Don’t Need Winter Tires with Four-Wheel Drive 

If winter tires provide good traction, four-wheel drive (4WD) should be enough right? The truth is 4WD or all-wheel drive are great to help you start moving on the road. But when it comes to braking and steering, 4WD does not help. This is because 4WD distributes power to wheels to help your vehicle move forward. This system doesn’t help with stopping or steering, while winter tires can.

Shop Winter Tires at Yellowknife Motors

Yellowknife Motors is your go-to for winter tires in Yellowknife, NWT. Visit our online tire shopping centre to find the tires that work for your vehicle. We offer a range of other services to help your vehicle run optimally in the winter. Book your service appointment today.

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