I bought winter tires in Niagara falls at Canadian tire in November to be ready. I met with a sales representative that gave me advice on tires, I was very worried about the snow after last years disaster in my vehicle, he explained the tires were all on sale so I asked for the top 3, I brought Continental winter contact S1 which were costly but I will say, awesome set of tires and recommended them to anyone, I have only 2 wheel drive Kia Soul ex great so far!