All-Season Tires

The everyday default for moderate climates

−10°C7°C cutoff30°C

Tuned for above 7°C

Are All-Season Tires the Right Fit for You?

At Terron Tire in Aurora, ON, we hear a version of the same question from almost every driver: can all-season tires actually get you through a York Region winter? Given how far temperatures drop here once winter sets in, our answer is a clear no — all-season tires are built as a year-round compromise, and that compromise breaks down the moment the mercury drops below 7°C, long before any snow shows up. Here's what actually separates an all-season tire from a dedicated winter or all-weather tire, and why the difference matters more than most drivers think.

On the Road

Riding & Handling

Because all-season tires are tuned for balance rather than one strength, ride comfort is usually the standout — most drivers get a quiet, forgiving ride with predictable steering response and stable cornering on both dry and wet roads. That comfort-first tuning is exactly why all-season tires are the default fit for family sedans, minivans, and crossovers rather than performance-focused vehicles.

Weather Rating

Best Weather Conditions

All-season tires are built for dry pavement, light rain, and mild winters — anywhere temperatures stay mostly above 7°C. Their rubber compound is tuned as a year-round compromise, so wet traction and snow traction both fall off quickly once temperatures consistently drop below 7°C, even without snow on the ground.