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Switching from Winter to Summer Tires: When and How to Do It Right?

Posted on March 19, 2025

Spring is arriving across Canada, and with it comes the classic question: when is the right time to swap out winter tires for summer ones? Contrary to what some might think, just because it’s 15°C on a random afternoon in March doesn’t mean you should rush to change your tires immediately. The transition should be well thought out a ...

Why Wheel Alignment is Important After Installing Winter Tires

Posted on November 25, 2024

When you install your winter tires, it’s easy to think your vehicle is ready to face the harshness of the season. However, one crucial step is often overlooked: wheel alignment. While this service is not offered by Quattro Tires, it is essential for optimizing performance, extending the lifespan, and ensuring the safety of your winter tires. ...

Winter Tires: Your Questions, Our Answers

Posted on October 17, 2024

Winter is fast approaching, and with it comes the importance of properly preparing your vehicle to tackle icy and snowy roads. Installing the right winter tires and knowing when to do so can be a source of questions. At Quattro Tires, we regularly receive inquiries about winter tires and their maintenance. To help you drive safely this winter, we h ...

5 good reasons to buy your winter tires this fall

Posted on September 26, 2024

Autumn has arrived, and with it, the temperatures are already starting to drop. Before the cold fully sets in and the snow begins to fall, this is the perfect time to think about your winter tires. At Pneus à rabais, we offer a wide selection of winter tires online at competitive prices. Here are five great reasons to order your tires now. ...

2021 AND UP TESLA TPMS SENSOR NOW AVAILABLE

Posted on September 15, 2023

Exciting news for Tesla owners: Quattro tires now stocks the highly anticipated 2021 and up Bluetooth TPMS sensors for 2021 and up Tesla Model 3 and Y, designed specifically for newer Tesla models. Say goodbye to tire pressure worries and hello to an easier ordering process and be ready for winter! How to Order: If you’re shopping for w ...

QUEBEC - Ecofee increase on july 1st, 2023

Posted on July 03, 2023

Since July 1, 2023, the province of Quebec has increased the ecofee on new tires announced in the Minister of Finance of Québec's budget of March 21, 2023. This decision aims to promote environmental sustainability and encourage responsible tire disposal, recycling practices and help ensure the continuity of the Programme québ&eac ...

What to check when doing your seasonal tire change?

Posted on March 22, 2023

Winter is finally coming to an end and the time to install your summer tires is getting near. Spring is at our doors and you'll soon have to think about making the switch from your winter tires to your summer tires. But before you install them, it's important to check a few things to maximize their performance and extend their life. ...

When should you change your tires in the autumn?

Posted on November 08, 2022

When to change your tires in the autumn? The sunset is getting earlier and earlier as the temperatures is quickly going down each day that goes by can certainly have us Canadians ask ourselves; Is it the time to change my summer tires for my winter tires? So when should I change my tires? First and foremost; It depends on your lo ...

When should you change your tires at spring

Posted on April 15, 2022

When to change your tires at spring With spring being right at our door and temperatures slowly increasing every days that goes by can make us Canadians ask ourselves ; Is it the time to change my winter tires for my summer tires ? So when should I change my tires? First and foremost; It depends on your location! The answer will ...

Multiple wheels casting processes

Posted on April 15, 2022

The different manufacturing processes for alloy wheels. Each of the wheels available at Quattro Tires are designed using an alloy composed of mainly aluminum. On our website, you will find wheels produced using gravitational casting as well as a much more sophisticated method known as Flow Forming. In order to help you select the ...

Reminder : QC's Mandatory winter tire date was advanced

Posted on September 14, 2021

As you probably know, since the beginning of winter 2019, the mandatory installation date for winter tires was advanced to December 1st of each year within the province of Quebec. The province decided it was best to do so due to frequent early snowfall and freezing temperatures. Since December 15th 2014, the province of Quebec established a perf ...

Tire technologies that delivers unrivalled comfort!

Posted on March 05, 2021

Continental, Michelin and Pirelli engineered technologies that would allow you to enjoy the road like never before. Perfectly suited for electric vehicles such as the Tesla’s, Hyundai Kona, Chevrolet Bolt EV, Nissan Leaf and others, these technologies will provide the most silent and comfortable driving experience available. Together, we will ...

What is the difference between All-Weather and Winter tire?

Posted on January 20, 2021

What is the difference between an All-weather and a Winter tire? As you may already know, winter tires are now mandatory on all motorized road vehicles registered in the province of Québec from December 1st to March 15th. However, as you may also recall, it has not always been the case. Indeed, our grand-parents lived through the creation ...

HOW DO WE EVALUATE TIRES ?

Posted on April 02, 2019

Comparative test of 5 major brands Many of our customers wonder how we evaluate the tires offered on our website (quattrotires.com). We would like to share a short video explaining the evaluation process that we hope will answer your questions. ...

Kumho launches the Road Venture AT51

Posted on October 17, 2016

In autumn 2015, Kumho will launch the Road Venture AT51; a new winter approved four season tire bearing the mountain and snowflake symbol.All-Terrain tireThe Road Venture AT51 from Kumho is an all-terrain tire that combines great stability on rough terrains with an exceptional off-road experience. Its design and the cutting-edge materials used into ...

WINTER TIRES: PIRELLI LAUNCHES THE ICE ZERO FR

Posted on August 22, 2015

Journalists from all over the world recently gathered in Sweden to test Pirelli’s latest winter tire: the Ice Zero FR.A series of testsIn order to evaluate the Italian manufacturer’s new studless tire, the technicians from Pirelli’s Lulea testing centre decided to subject the Ice Zero FR to driving conditions such as wet and dry paved roads, ...

Continental creates a tire made from dandelion

Posted on August 17, 2015

Continental, the German tire manufacturer, managed to make a tire out of Dandelion rubber. It seems that this new material is more sustainable than the latex currently used in the conventional production.Tires manufacturingMore than one billion tires are produced each year. The main ingredient used at 41% in the tread compound is rubber. Up to now, ...

Lamborghini’s tribute to Pirelli

Posted on August 17, 2014

When the auto industry wishes to honor someone special, it sure gets the job done. Many come to mind, including Mercedes-Benz Stirling Moss, Shelby Cobra, or even Gallardo Valentino Balboni from Lamborghini that was dedicated to one of its test driver. This time, it’s an Aventador that Lamborghini wishes to dedicate to one of its oldest partner; ...