Best Winter Tires for Trucks: The Car Guide's Top Picks for 2025-2026
Need new winter tires for your light-duty truck, pickup or large SUV? You’ve come to the right place. The Car Guide is back with a selection of some of the best winter tires for trucks for 2025-2026.
Depending on where you live in Canada, winter tires—identified with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMS) logo—may or may not be mandatory for a certain part of the year. Regardless, they have proven to outperform all-season and all-weather tires when temperatures drop below 7 degrees Celsius.
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Remember, the aforementioned 3PMS logo is a standard used for certification but doesn’t necessarily equate to top winter performance. Also, the price is only one factor to consider when shopping for winter tires. Grip, ride quality, noise and durability also must be part of your decision. It often pays off to spend more money on higher-quality winter tires and take good care of them than buying cheap tires from lesser brands and replacing them after a short time. Not to mention you’ll be driving a safer vehicle, too.
On that note, don’t hesitate to ask for expert advice from your local tire retailer as you consider the various offers and deals. Feel free to negotiate the price if you’ve found an identical set of tires at a cheaper price somewhere else.
What Are the Best Winter Tires for Trucks?
The Car Guide has compiled a selection of the best winter tires available for the 2025-2026 season, supported by recommendations from the experts at blackcircles.ca. Specifically designed for light trucks (LT) including pickups and large SUVs, these tires are built with tougher constructions, hardier rubber compounds and higher load-carrying capacities.
We may have left out a few models, but those listed below should all appear near the top of your shopping list. Incidentally, we’ve only identified one model per tire brand in order to cover as much of the market as possible.
1. Bridgestone Blizzak LT
Our Opinion
A strong performer in the snow, the Blizzak LT is even more impressive on icy surfaces thanks in large part to Bridgestone’s Multicell Compound technology. It provides exceptional control, while the sturdy compound improves wear resistance for increased longevity.
- Stability on ice
- Durability
- Road noise
- Available in sizes ranging from 16-20 inches
2. Toyo Open Country WLT1
Our Opinion
With the Open Country WLT1, drivers enjoy remarkable traction in addition to fantastic stability in deep snow. This winter tire can carry heavy loads thanks to its tough construction and also proves durable.
- Robust construction
- Control in deep snow
- Dry handling
- Available in sizes ranging from 16-20 inches
3. General Grabber Arctic LT
Our Opinion
Known for its toughness and durability, the Grabber Arctic LT with DuraGen technology is another smart purchase. Featuring a directional tread design, it provides excellent grip in low temperatures and ensures reliable braking on wet, snow or ice-covered roads.
- Toughness and durability
- Competitive price
- Road noise
- Available in sizes ranging from 16-20 inches
4. Cooper Discoverer Snow Claw LT
Our Opinion
Designed for harsh conditions, especially mountainous regions, the Discoverer Snow Claw LT can also be fitted with studs for optimal traction. In all cases, its Snow Groove technology with wide and deep grooves makes light work of snow and also helps with braking.
- Grip and stability
- Studdable tire
- Road noise
5. Firestone Winterforce LT
Our Opinion
Satisfaction among Winterforce LT users mainly comes from superior traction on all surfaces. This studdable tire features a directional tread design and high-sipe density. It’s also generally regarded as a smooth-riding unit.
- Stability
- Studdable tire
- Wear resistance