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Winter tire time nears

Fall may have only just started, but it's already time to make sure you have winter tires on your vehicle if you're planning to drive on B.C.'s mountain highways.

Winter tire rules come into effect on Oct. 1, this Saturday.

That means you must have tires with either the mountain symbol or the letters M+S to travel highways such as the Okanagan Connector, Coquihalla and others.

"Drivers who travel on high mountain passes and designated routes where weather can suddenly change need to make sure their vehicles are winter ready," Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone said in a press release. "Make sure you are using winter tires that are in good condition, with solid treads, and adjusting your speed to match road and weather conditions."

Winter tires must also have a minimum tread depth of 3.5 mm and are required until March 31.

Commercial vehicles of 27,000 kg GVW or greater must also carry chains.

Drivers are encouraged to check DriveBC.ca for the latest conditions.

If you don't have appropriate tires, you can be fined $121, plus another $109 for inadequate tread depth.



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