Ontario Watches as Quebec Implements Snow Tire Law

Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation is watching as Quebec becomes the first province requiring snow tires on vehicles in the winter months, but says it has “no plans to implement this now.”

Published: December 27, 2007

The Ministry is encouraging drivers to focus on careful driving, with or without the tires, by adjusting their speed to match driving conditions.

Although the tires are thought to prevent accidents in inclement weather, some groups say legislating them would cause safety and environmental concerns in Ontario. The Canadian Automobile Association has expressed concern that drivers will incorrectly assume that with snow tires on their vehicle, they can drive like they do in the summer months. Also, the Toronto Environmental Alliance said snow tires reduce fuel economy because of increased traction.

Drivers in Quebec must now have snow tires on their cars by Nov. 15, 2008 and keep them on through April 15, or face fines of up to $300. (Tire Review/Akron)

Bartec TPMS adds Joe Miller to its field service team

Miller previously spent four years with Snap-on as an equipment specialist, and most recently with GPC/NAPA at the St. Louis company-owned auto parts stores.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 25, 2024

Bartec TPMS has expanded its field service team by adding Joe Miller, who will cover the Midwest region. Based in St. Louis, MO, Bartec said Miller has been involved in the automotive industry his entire career. Miller spent four years with Snap-on as an equipment specialist, and most recently with GPC/NAPA at the St. Louis company-owned auto parts stores. Bartec said Miller brings a wealth of automotive aftermarket and T&E experience to its field service team.