There are copious benefits to buying and installing winter tires. Especially in Canada, winter tires can not only make driving in wintery conditions easier, but they may also save your life. There are several things that you need to think about and look for when you go to buy winter tires. Here are some winter tire buying tips:

Don’t Scrimp

Many people are on tight budgets these days. A tight budget may mean that you try to cut corners wherever you can in order to save money. While cutting corners to save money may work in some areas of your life, you should never cut corners when it comes to maintaining or safely operating your vehicle.

One of the simplest ways that people see to save money on winter tires is to only buy two winter tires (for the front tires). However, winter tires are designed to work in pairs; otherwise, your back tires could spin out. Therefore, you should always purchase four tires – one for each wheel. The winter tire benefits are realized and maximized when all of your tires are in sync.

Your winter tires should be exactly the same, meaning that they have the same brand, tread pattern, load index, size, and more.

Get the Right Tread Depth

We’ll help you find the tread depth that gives you the best winter tire benefits. You’ll need the treads to be at least 6/32 of an inch deep if you are planning on driving through snow this winter.

Go Large

Many first-time winter tire buyers somehow manage to buy and have installed winter tires that are too small for their vehicles. We will always make sure to install the right size tires on your car. Feel free to stop by to have one of our technicians verify that your winter tires are the right size if you have any questions or concerns.

Check the Symbol

Not sure if you have winter tires or not. You can always stop by to have one of our professionals take a look at your tires. Alternatively, check on the sidewall of your tires for s symbol of snowflakes and mountains. If you have just all-season tires, you’ll have a mark that reads “M+S” for mud and snow. You won’t receive winter tire benefits from M+S tires.

 We are happy to help you find the winter tires that will keep you safe and moving forward. Contact us today at www.gordscott.ca  for more information about our winter tires and installation options.

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Nissan’s Cube is already being compared to the Toyota Scion. But that’s about where the comparisons end. The Nissan Cube was unveiled in November, 2008 to a round of eco-friendly applauses. Not only is the Nissan Cube designed to make parking in small spaces easier, but the boxy design is surprisingly … aerodynamic, making the Nissan Cube convenient and fuel efficient at the same time. Take that, big SUVs!

The Nissan Cube will hit markets in the spring of 2009 and we think it will be a big hit. Here’s what we love about the Nissan Cube:

Asymmetrical Design

Sick of cars being totally symmetrical and predictable? Be surprised by the quirkiness of the Nissan Cube. The wrap-around window connects the rear right-side window with the rear window, but is cut off by the trunk handle, making the window design just a little more fun than your standard symmetrical vehicle.

Big Interior

Despite its small size, the Nissan Cube offers efficient interior space. Five people fit comfortably in the car (or four if your back passengers want to use the center arm rest). Plus, the rear seat reclines, making travel comfortable and even sleep-inducing.

Retro-Fun Interior

The Nissan Cube brings back retro decorating accents…and puts them in your car. Check out the slip-proof shag carpet panel on the dashboard for an example of the surprises you can expect from your Nissan Cube. Plus, with more than 24 bright colors and unique mood lighting, you’ll think you just stepped into the colorful 1970′s all over again – or for the first time!

Fuel-Efficient Engine

The Nissan Cube won’t let you tow huge loads, but it does offer a 1.8 liter, 4-cylinder engine that will get you 30 mpg with about 122 horses. And hey – with more than 50 cubic feet of cargo room, who needs towing capacity anyway? Besides, the 6-speed manual transmission and the continuously variable transmission options both make pick up speed quick and easy.

Loaded with Features

We all know that Nissan tends to load its vehicles with fun standard features, and they sure didn’t skimp on the Nissan Cube. The Nissan Cube offers the Nissan Intelligent Key™ system that includes a push-button ignition. You’ll enjoy the Bluetooth® hands-free phone and the rear sonar system as well (plus- parking will be easier than ever – even in tough spots). If music is your thing, bask in the listening pleasure of the Rockford Fosgate subwoofer with MP3 integration.

Think the Nissan Cube is the right vehicle for you? Contact us today at www.gordscott.ca  to learn more about how you can get behind the wheel of one as soon as it comes out!

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