Tire news

  1. Removing winter tires: already in March?

    As you probably know, I live in Quebec, one of the few provinces in Canada to impose the use of winter tires during the cold...

  2. A month of BMW: all about precision

    Sometimes, as automotive journalists, we're pampered by manufacturers. Last February, BMW gave me the opportunity to test-drive three of its vehicles for a...

  3. Six surprising facts about tires!

    Each week I write about a different aspect of the tire world, but despite this, I continue to be amazed by what I learn on...

  4. Michelin e.Primacy All-Season: further, longer!

    If you're anything like me, you like to get the most out of every tank of gas or every battery charge. Well, that's...

  5. New Pirelli Ice Friction: A Winter Tire Built for Canadian Roads

    Pirelli introduces its latest winter tire, the Ice Friction, designed to deliver exceptional traction on snow and ice without the need for studs. Engineered for...

  6. WRC: Hankook takes the wheel

    The World Rally Championship (or WRC) is about to undergo a major change in 2025. For the next three seasons, Korean manufacturer Hankook will be...

  7. Tariffs: How will they affect tires?

    I suppose I'm not breaking any news if I tell you that the American government is threatening to impose tariffs that could seriously affect...

  8. Tire warranties: how do they work?

    I can already hear you saying to me that a warranty is a simple thing to understand! All you have to do is contact the...

  9. Four Dunlop tires to discover

    Strongly inspired by my recent article on Sumitomo's takeover of the Dunlop brand, I decided to continue the series on the British-born manufacturer...

  10. Top 10 electric vehicles with the longest range in Canada

    With the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), range has become a key criterion for consumers. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply looking for...

  11. Sumitomo and Dunlop: the relationship deepens

    Last summer, after returning from Japan, I wrote an article on the history of the famous collaboration between Sumitomo and Dunlop. Since its beginnings centuries...

  12. An anti-puncture kit: yes or no?

    As buyers of recent vehicles know, the good old spare tire is on its way out. Rather than cluttering up the car's load space...

  13. A Year in Review: 2024 Through the Eyes of a Tire Enthusiast

    As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to look back on a year in review that brought remarkable developments and unforgettable moments in...

  14. Michelin X Force: tires that save lives.

    When I think of Michelin, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the kind of trusty tires we use for commuting, or maybe...

  15. What is 6PPD and how to get rid of it

    Old tires may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of environmental issues, but they represent a much bigger problem...

  16. Bridgestone irons and other fun licensed products

    This week, Japanese manufacturer Bridgestone reminded us in colorful fashion that it doesn't just make tires. Indeed, while it's true that the brand...

  17. Montreal kitsch in the 2025 Mazda CX50 Hybrid

    From time to time, my father (and co-author of this blog) Marc Bouchard and I share an automotive-themed day to test drive a...

  18. ISCC PLUS certified carbon black in Hankook tires?

    Last month, renowned Korean tire manufacturer Hankook took a major step towards sustainability by launching mass production of tires made from ISCC PLUS certified carbon...

  19. Kumho Ecsta range: three new models unveiled!

    This week, manufacturer Kumho made a bold presentation at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas with the launch of three new ultra-high-performance tires...

  20. Baja 1000 2024: BFGoodrich joins the race!

    When it comes to extreme desert racing, the famous Baja 1000 2024 is in a class of its own. Known for its testing terrain, unpredictable...

  21. Continental Launches the VikingContact 8: The Next-Generation Winter Tire

    Continental unveils its latest winter tire, the VikingContact 8, specifically designed to handle the harshest Nordic winters. This next-generation model replaces the VikingContact 7...

  22. Pirelli launches the Scorpion XTM: All-Terrain All-Weather Tire

    Pirelli has announced the release of its latest Scorpion XTM tire, designed to tackle the most challenging Canadian terrain, including mud, gravel, and snow. Specifically...

  23. Another anniversary: 90 years of winter tires

    After celebrating an important occasion for Michelin a few weeks ago, it's time again to celebrate an important occasion for the tire world: 90...

  24. Winter tire season already?

    I can sense that many readers were shocked to see the expression “winter tire season” in the middle of October. How can I sincerely recommend...

  25. Michelin plant in Roanne: celebrating 50 years!

    French tire giant Michelin is arguably one of the world's most famous tire manufacturers, if not the most famous. That's hardly surprising when...
Removing winter tires: already in March?

Removing winter tires: already in March?

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 12/03/2025 3 minute read

Prevention & Maintenance

A month of BMW: all about precision

A month of BMW: all about precision

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 05/03/2025 3 minute read

Tire Comparaisons and Tests

Six surprising facts about tires!

Six surprising facts about tires!

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 28/02/2025 3 minute read

Tire History

Michelin e.Primacy All-Season: further, longer!

Michelin e.Primacy All-Season: further, longer!

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 20/02/2025 2 minute read

Tire News

New Pirelli Ice Friction: A Winter Tire Built for Canadian Roads

New Pirelli Ice Friction: A Winter Tire Built for Canadian Roads

Blackcircles Canada

Blackcircles Canada 17/02/2025 2 minute read

Tire News

WRC

WRC: Hankook takes the wheel

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 12/02/2025 2 minute read

Tire News

Tariffs: How will they affect tires?

Tariffs: How will they affect tires?

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 06/02/2025 2 minute read

Tire News

Tire warranties: how do they work?

Tire warranties: how do they work?

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 30/01/2025 3 minute read

Prevention & Maintenance

Four Dunlop tires to discover

Four Dunlop tires to discover

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 23/01/2025 3 minute read

Buying Guide & Advice

Top 10 electric vehicles with the longest range in Canada

Top 10 electric vehicles with the longest range in Canada

Blackcircles Canada

Blackcircles Canada 22/01/2025 3 minute read

Tire News

Sumitomo and Dunlop: the relationship deepens

Sumitomo and Dunlop: the relationship deepens

William Bouchard

William Bouchard 17/01/2025 2 minute read

Tire News

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