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Tires and winter preparation
MTO Driver’s Handbook: Your Vehicle, Tires; Winter maintenance
The type of tires you have and the way they are made are critical for good traction, mileage and safety. Check your vehicle owner's manual or the tire manufacturer's guide for recommendations, and remember that tires must meet the standards of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
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Practice questions on this card
- ON-408What should you always carry in the winter?
- ON-409Why are faulty exhaust systems especially dangerous in the winter?
- ON-410How old may a tire be?
- ON-411Your car weighs less than 4,500 kilograms. When must a tire be replaced because of tread depth?
- ON-412Which tire damage means the tire must be replaced?
- ON-413What tire setup does the handbook recommend for the best winter traction?
- ON-414Who may legally use studded tires?