Kelowna's summers can bring extreme heat, with temperatures often soaring. While the sunny days are great for outdoor activities, they can pose a significant risk to your vehicle tires. To ensure safety and longevity, understanding how the heatwave impacts your tires is crucial. In this blog, we'll delve into the effects of heat on tires…
Purchasing used tires can be a smart financial decision, especially when you understand the best times of year to buy used tires. In Canada, where the weather dramatically changes the driving conditions, knowing when to buy can save you money and keep you safe on the road. Whether you’re looking for used tires in Kelowna…
As the snow melts in Kelowna and spring arrives, people are talking about changing tires and being sustainable in our community. Among these, tire recycling plays a crucial role in our environmental stewardship efforts. At Top Grade Tire, we're committed to leading the charge in eco-friendly practices, including the recycling of used tires. This blog…
Are you puzzled by the piles of old tires in your garage, wondering if they're destined for the landfill? Or perhaps you're a business owner grappling with the same issue on a larger scale? You're not alone. Luckily, tire recycling is not only possible but can contribute to a sustainable environment while creating valuable…
Living in beautiful Kelowna, BC, we experience diverse weather conditions throughout the year. As a result, knowing when to change your tires is essential for maintaining a safe and comfortable driving experience. Below, we'll dive into tire maintenance, tire checks, and tire replacement to help you stay prepared for each season. The Importance of Seasonal…
Just as how you trust your feet to get you where you need to go, you need to be able to trust the tires on your vehicle as well. Ensuring that your tires are in good condition can significantly improve the performance, handling, and safety of your car. There are crucial tire maintenance tips, common…
When it comes to driving, we all know the rules of the road but often details about our vehicles that get us to our destinations can be complete mysteries to us. This is especially true about tires, like winter studded tires. Even understanding about the makeup of tires like the ideal winter tires temperature range…
No road stays smooth asphalt forever, in fact, some roads can cause serious damage to your car if they’re not maintained properly. You’ve probably encountered this yourself more than a few times in the form of potholes. However, you might not be aware of just how much pothole damage can be done to your vehicle. Pothole…
While winter brings with it many fun activities, it also brings more challenging driving conditions that are essential to prepare for to stay safe. These can be as simple as purchasing winter wiper blades, or buying used winter tires. Below, we break down some of the most important and practical tips for staying safe while…
With continual snowfall and the holidays on the horizon for the season, you might be looking at your car and wondering what financial cuts you can make. One part you shouldn’t cut back on is getting winter tires. The difference between summer and winter tires is not insignificant. Below we break down the answers to…