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Hydroplaning on Calgary highways prevention guide — Prince Tires Calgary
May 21, 2026

Hydroplaning on Calgary Highways: How to Avoid It and What to Do

Hydroplaning kills more drivers in summer than ice does in winter. It happens fast, it happens silently, and it usual...

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How to check tire pressure in Calgary's climate — Prince Tires Calgary
May 19, 2026

Tire Pressure: How to Check It Like a Pro (Calgary Climate Edition)

Tire pressure is the single most important thing you can check yourself on your car, and most Calgary drivers do it w...

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5 tire swap mistakes Calgary drivers make — Prince Tires Calgary
May 18, 2026

5 Tire Swap Mistakes Calgary Drivers Make (And What to Check Before You Come In)

Every spring, our techs at Prince Tires watch the same five tire swap mistakes happen on repeat. None of them are the...

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Tire disposal in Alberta — Prince Tires Calgary recycling guide Alberta
May 14, 2026

Tire Disposal in Alberta: What Every Calgary Driver Needs to Know

Every set of tires you buy in Alberta has a small recycling fee built into the price. That fee funds one of the best ...

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How to choose the right tire width — Prince Tires Calgary Calgary
May 13, 2026

How to Choose the Right Tire Width for Your Vehicle

If you're shopping for a new set of tires in Calgary, you've probably noticed that the same vehicle can wear several ...

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Run-flat tires for Calgary drivers — Prince Tires BMW
May 12, 2026

Run-Flat Tires: Are They Worth It for Calgary Drivers?

Run-flat tires are standard on a lot of newer BMWs, MINIs, some Lexus and Cadillac models, and a growing number of lu...

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Calgary's worst roads for tires and how to protect yourself — Prince Tires alignment
May 11, 2026

Calgary's Worst Roads for Tires (And How to Protect Yourself)

If you drive in Calgary, your tires are taking a beating you probably don't think about. Between freeze-thaw heaving,...

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Why Calgary tire shops are slammed in May — Prince Tires spring rush guide Calgary
May 10, 2026

Why Calgary Tire Shops Are Slammed in May (And How to Beat the Spring Rush)

If you tried to call a Calgary tire shop in early May and got sent to voicemail, you're not alone. Spring is peak tir...

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