Oct 14, 2026
Key Takeaways – Your TPMS light often comes on after a tire swap because the sensors need to be relearned or reset to your vehicle’s system. – If you swap between two sets of wheels (summer and winter), each set may have its own TPMS sensors — or one...
Sep 9, 2026
Key Takeaways Winter tires or M+S rated tires are legally required on most BC highways from October 1 to April 30 The mountain snowflake symbol offers better traction than M+S alone — important for Kamloops drivers heading through mountain passes Minimum legal tread...
Sep 2, 2026
Key Takeaways A car that pulls to one side, a crooked steering wheel, or uneven tire wear are the clearest signs your alignment is off. Kamloops roads are hard on alignment — potholes, spring frost heaves, curbs, and gravel all knock wheels out of spec. Bad alignment...
Jul 27, 2026
Key Takeaways All-weather tires with the mountain snowflake symbol ARE legal on BC highways from October 1 to April 30 — M+S alone is the minimum but not ideal for Kamloops conditions True winter tires still outperform all-weather tires in extreme cold and heavy snow,...
Jun 15, 2026
All-Weather Tires vs Winter Tires: What Kamloops Drivers Need to Know About BC Highway Rules Key Takeaways Both all-weather and winter tires with the mountain snowflake symbol meet BC highway requirements from October 1 to April 30 M+S (mud and snow) tires alone are...
May 11, 2026
Winter Tires in Kamloops BC: Your Complete Guide to Legal Requirements and Best Timing Key Takeaways BC law requires winter tires on most highways from October 1 to April 30 — including Highway 5 and Highway 97 near Kamloops Tires must have the M+S symbol or the...
