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BC’s Winter tire rules now in effect

With winter quickly approaching, Prince George drivers will need to start changing their tires.

BC’s winter tire rules take effect starting today.

PG Motors Parts-man, Brad Carmichael says winter tires have more features designed for the conditions that an all-season tire does not.

“The design allows them to form suction and self-clean through the ice, there’s a lot of good qualities that an all-season does not have.”

Carmichael adds a few other things need to be in top shape before the snow flies.

“You are going to want to check your coolant, oil levels, and all of your service and maintenance including your block heater.”

Drivers are also reminded to check the air pressure on their tires during the winter months.

Commercial vehicles that are 27 thousand kilograms in gross volume weight are required to carry chains on designated routes.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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