Call (306) 693-7640 ☰ ˟
Client Login My SGI
Logo
Call
(306) 693-7640
  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Refer a Friend
    • Testimonials
    • Terms & Conditions
  • Insurance Services
    • Automobile
    • Business
    • Commercial Auto
    • Contractors
    • Disability
    • General Liability
    • Homeowners
    • Life
    • Trucking
    • Tenants
  • Instant Quote
    • Annuities
    • Automobile
    • Business
    • Commercial Auto
    • Condo
    • Contractors
    • Critical Illness
    • Disability
    • Employee Benefits
    • General Liability
    • Group Pension
    • Health & Dental
    • Homeowners
    • Life
    • Non-Medical
    • Renter/Tenant
    • Trucking
  • Clickable Coverage
  • Free Newsletter
  • Blog
  • Ask The Expert
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Join Our Team
    • Location
Home Insurance Auto Insurance Business Insurance Trucking Insurance
Home > Blog > Snow Tire Tips - Ask The Expert with Greg Marcyniuk (Episode 147)
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Snow Tire Tips - Ask The Expert with Greg Marcyniuk (Episode 147)

Heritage Insurance

Greg discusses winter tire safety in this episode of Ask The Expert. 800 CHAB radio presents Ask the Expert with Greg Marcyniuk of Heritage Insurance located in Moose Jaw.

Here's a full transcript of the episode.

-Rob Carnie: Those who have them say, "You got to have them." Those who don't say, "I'm not sure I have to have them." And then they'll run into a situation where they come in handy.

We're talking about winter tires on 800 CHAB Ask The Expert today with Greg Marcyniuk at Heritage Insurance in downtown Moose Jaw. Greg, the stats show exactly what the tire shops tell us: "You really should use winter tires."

Greg Marcyniuk: That's right, Rob. In fact, winter tires are critical for road safety. When compared to all-season tires, winter tires have been shown to decrease the stopping distance by 30% to 40%. And our winter conditions are difficult. And, in fact, some provinces have made it mandatory — such as BC — that you have to have winter tires.

So, I believe when they're saying, "You should have winter tires," I think it's a good idea. But before you purchase the winter tires, it's critical that you do understand your options, and some general best practices.

First of all, winter tires are made for a variety of conditions, and mostly to perform in low temperatures, ice, and such. Effective winter tires have at least 3.5 tread on it, and they will have a symbol of either a mountain, and a snowflake, and this basically indicates that the tires have good traction on ice or snow.

And it's very important that you never mix these tires up. Like, make sure you have the same type of tires there. And if you do it could compromise the stability of your vehicle. And as with any tire, you should always maintain proper tire pressure just for extending the tread, and as well as getting better gas mileage.

Inspect those winter tires regularly. And if you see any sort of cracks or balders, just replace them. It's just not worth it. And when you're going out to purchase it, it's best that you know the different types of tires that are available. Because there's everything from all-season, high-performance, all-terrain, snow tires. And sit down — I would do some research on the Internet, and then go in and talk to a tire expert in any of the numerous tire — good tire dealers we have in this fine city.

Rob: Yeah. And I suppose the winter tires your choice might depend on what type of vehicle you're driving, right?

Greg: Well, for sure. The vehicles make a big difference and the type of driving. If you're out on the highway all the time, if you're just here in town, you know, they vary all the time. And, again, it's best just that you do talk to an expert, a tire dealer, and/or look online and do your research. Because a little bit of time pays huge dividends, and saves you some money.

Rob: Yeah. Absolutely worth the investment. And we get six months of winter here in Saskatchewan. So, certainly a good investment. Having winter tires on a vehicle, does that impact our insurance at all?

Greg: No. Unfortunately, it doesn't. But, you know, it's not about the insurance. It's about you and your family safety. I know I have them, and I wouldn't be without them personally.

Rob: Winter tires, highly recommended by Greg Marcyniuk your insurance expert at Heritage Insurance in downtown Moose Jaw. And we can find you online, sir?

Greg: That's correct. nohassleinsurance.ca or come on down and see any of our fine people here at the corner of Fairford and 1st.

(Video transcription by Speechpad)

Posted 10:00 AM

Tags: greg marcyniuk, heritage insurance, ask the expert, moose jaw, saskatchewan, insurance, customer service, personal, full service, information, business, sask vehicle registration, darkness, safety, auto insurance, car insurance, snow tires, winter
Share |


No Comments


Post a Comment
Required
Required (Not Displayed)
Required


All comments are moderated and stripped of HTML.

NOTICE: This blog and website are made available by the publisher for educational and informational purposes only. It is not be used as a substitute for competent insurance, legal, or tax advice from a licensed professional in your state. By using this blog site you understand that there is no broker client relationship between you and the blog and website publisher.
Blog Archive
  • 2023
  • 2022
  • 2021
  • 2020
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
  • 2011
  • 2010

  • insurance(425)
  • heritage insurance(408)
  • moose jaw(309)
  • saskatchewan(286)
  • ask the expert(223)
  • greg marcyniuk(222)
  • safety(202)
  • customer service(180)
  • information(178)
  • personal(178)
  • full service(175)
  • tips(149)
  • business(134)
  • coverage(133)
  • community(129)
  • sask vehicle registration(110)
  • home insurance(106)
  • protection(76)
  • auto insurance(64)
  • car insurance(57)
  • home(50)
  • business insurance(50)
  • life insurance(49)
  • regina(44)
  • winter(37)
  • house(32)
  • auto(32)
  • driving(30)
  • car(26)
  • summer(24)
  • policy(24)
  • liability(23)
  • prevention(23)
  • moose jaw insurance(21)
  • advice(20)
  • trucking insurance(19)
  • snow(19)
  • family(19)
  • homeowners(17)
  • accident(16)
  • weather(15)
  • vehicle(15)
  • moose jaw sk insurance(15)
  • claims(14)
  • russ macdonald(14)
  • spring(14)
  • commercial(13)
  • seasonal(13)
  • ice(13)
  • children(12)

View Mobile Version
App Download
Download our Mobile App Today
Logo
LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube Google+
Site Links
Home
About Us
Refer A Friend
Free Newsletter Testimonials
Blog
Ask The Expert
Contact
Privacy Policy
Terms & Conditions
Heritage Insurance Ltd., Insurance Services Office, Moose Jaw, SK
Heritage Insurance Ltd
© Copyright 2021. All rights reserved. Powered by Insurance Website Builder.