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W.C. Burgess Insurance Blog
Whether you're a seasoned policyholder or someone who is just starting to explore insurance options, our blog is to empower and educate you. After all, knowledge is vital when making informed decisions about protecting your assets, loved ones, and yourself.
Here, you'll find a wide range of articles written by our team of insurance experts. We cover various insurance topics, including auto, home, life, business, and more. We aim to break down complex insurance concepts into easy-to-understand language, ensuring that you clearly understand how insurance works and how it can benefit you. You’ll also find some fun updates about our team and Burgess in the Brockville community.
Do you have winter tires? Don't forget to call!
Have you installed winter tires on your vehicle? Be sure you contact us to see if you qualify for Winter Tire Discount on your automobile insurance. The discount is only for Winter Tires. All Weather Tires, Snow and Mud tires do not qualify, regardless if they have the Winter Tire Symbol. Also, the discount does not qualify if the winter tires are on all year. (not advisable) They must be installed and then removed for the appropriate season, and all four wheels must be equipped with Winter Tires.
Winter Tires Video Series #6
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
This final video summarizes the importance of winter tires:
Even at slower speeds, winter tires provide more control when braking and corner negotiation.
Winter tires provide that extra margin of safety that is needed.
The importance of four winter tires on any kind of vehicle.
The need for balance all four positions on a vehicle.
Winter Tires Video Series #5
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In this video, the comparison is with front wheel drive vehicles. Do you think that the make of the vehicle would have any impact? With front wheel vehicles, the comparison is made again with all four winter tires versus two winter tires.
Winter Tires Video Series #4
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In video #4, braking and negotiating curves are demonstrated between a rear wheel drive truck and a sedan, comparing the performance between winter tires and all season tires.
Winter Tires Video Series #3
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In video #3, the demonstration involves two rear wheel drive vehicles one with and without snow tires comparing curve negotiation and braking.
The video also demonstrates the need for all four winter tires on your vehicle.
Winter Tires Video Series #2
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
In video #2 of this series, we see how winter tires perform versus all seasons with two all wheel drive vehicles, taking note of handling curves and comparing the distance after braking.
Winter Tires Video Series #1
Transport Canada, the Automobile Protection Agency (APA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC), have created a series of videos on the importance of winter tires.
During the business week, we will be posting these quick videos to educate the public on the importance of winter tires.
Today’s video is an introduction to the series.
A Case for Winter Tires
Do you have winter tires on your vehicles? If not, take a look at why tires are an investment in you and your vehicle and can reduce your insurance premiums.