{"id":6345,"date":"2026-09-01T11:04:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T11:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/sherwoodford\/?p=6345"},"modified":"2026-09-01T16:15:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T16:15:07","slug":"when-is-the-best-time-to-switch-to-winter-tires-in-the-edmonton-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sherwoodford.ca\/blog\/when-is-the-best-time-to-switch-to-winter-tires-in-the-edmonton-area\/","title":{"rendered":"When is the best time to switch to winter tires in the Edmonton area?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Winter tires for your Ford vehicle near Edmonton, AB<\/span> <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When is the best time to switch to winter tires in the Edmonton area? Winter weather can vary every year, so we recommend watching your weather forecast for a week in advance to be prepared to make the switch. Once you see snow in the forecast, it is time to get your tires swapped. You can find winter tires for your Ford vehicle near Edmonton, AB, here at Sherwood Ford in Sherwood Park.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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When is the best time to switch to winter tires: the\u00a0seven-degree\u00a0Celsius rule\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One way to decide on the best time to switch to winter tires is by watching the weather.\u00a0Winter tires are better in\u00a0cold weather, so you should switch them out\u00a0as\u00a0soon as temperatures dip to 7 degrees Celsius or lower.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Where can I switch my vehicle to winter tires near Edmonton, AB?<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are ready to make the switch to winter tires on your Ford vehicle, then give us a call to schedule your next service appointment. Our technicians can quickly swap out your tires for your preferred replacements and have you driving safer on our wintery roads. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Is it mandatory to use winter tires in Edmonton?<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Alberta, it is not mandated by law that you use winter tires. However, in some provinces of Canada, it may be required, and if you plan to travel, we highly recommend winter tires for that reason and many others. Just because you have the right to use other tires does not mean that it is the smart thing to do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Related winter tire information and resources<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This isn\u2019t our first rodeo with winter. In the past, we\u2019ve written about the best winter tires for your Ford, whether winter tires make a difference, and how to make winter tires last longer than they normally would. If your questions aren\u2019t answered by any of these blogs, we encourage you to contact our service team. They know Ford vehicles inside and out and likely have a solution to your problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What are the best winter tires for your Ford?<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Tire sizing on popular Ford models<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re not familiar with how tire sizes work, let our technicians do the hard work. They can check the correct tire size for your Ford model and give you recommendations for winter tires to buy. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ford F-150 tire sizes<\/span> <\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The standard tires on the Ford F-150 XL in 2026 are 265\/70 R17 BSW all-terrain tires. Optional tires include 275\/60 R20 BSW all-season tires. Winter tires can be of a similar size with a smaller diameter.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Super Duty tires size<\/span> <\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

On the Super Duty F-250 XL, the standard tires are LT245\/75Rx17E BSW A\/S PLUS tires. Optional tires include LT245\/75Rx17E BSW A\/T tires and LT275\/65Rx20E Premium BSW A\/T tires.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bronco and Bronco Sport tire size<\/span> <\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The standard tires on the Bronco Base for 2026 are\u00a0P255\/70R16 all-season tires. Optional tires include LT315\/70R17 Rugged-Terrain tires.\u00a0The Bronco Sport Big Bend offers 225\/65R17 102H all-season tires and optional 225\/65R17 all-terrain and\u00a0225\/60R18 all-season tires.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How do you reset TPMS sensors?<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ford models may vary. Visit our service center in Sherwood Park to get your TPMS relearned and reset by a professional. Here\u2019s an example of how to reset the TPMS on a Ford F-150 truck:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Drive your truck above\u00a032 km\u00a0per hour for at least two minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  2. Park in a safe location away from other cars with access to an air pump.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  3. Turn off your truck.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  4. Switch the ignition on,\u00a0but\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0start the engine.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  5. Switch the hazard flashers on,\u00a0then off three times within ten seconds. \u00a0The horn should sound once, and a message should appear on the instrument panel.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  6. Remove the valve cap from your front-left tire and decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds\u00a0a single time. If the horn sounds twice, you must repeat the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  7. Repeat the\u00a0previous\u00a0step on the front-right tire, then the rear-right tire, and finally the rear-left tire.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  8. Turn the ignition off. If the horn sounds twice after turning the\u00a0ignition\u00a0off and repeating the procedure, contact our team for professional help.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
  9. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    How much are winter tires and installation?<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Visit our online tire store to view tire prices.\u00a0In general, winter and snow tires can cost as low as $200 per tire and go\u00a0up from there.\u00a0We can get you a free quote on installation when you contact us. We also offer tire price matching. \u00a0View our online tire shop <\/a><\/strong>for more information on tire price matching, tire availability, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Where can I store my winter tires near Edmonton, AB?<\/span> <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Sherwood Ford offers off-season tire storage for your winter tires. That way, you don\u2019t have to bring your tires to the dealership in the spring for a swap. They\u2019ll be waiting for you. Save space in your garage and make your life more convenient by asking about tire storage.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Winter tires for your Ford vehicle near Edmonton, AB  When is the best time to switch to winter tires in the Edmonton area? Winter weather can vary every year, so we recommend watching your weather forecast for a week in advance to be prepared to make the switch. Once you see snow in the forecast, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":9746,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[54],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n