Big O Tires & Coast Auto Centre

07/03/2026

We continue RV Week with this tip.

Think you have plenty of room left in your RV? Think again.

Overloading your RV or trailer can lead to:
🚨 Tire overheating and blowouts
🚨 Reduced braking ability
🚨 Poor steering control
🚨 Excess wear on suspension components

That extra gear might seem harmless, but every pound counts when you're rolling down the highway.

Know your weights. Know your limits. Drive safe.

07/02/2026

It's July. 😎☀️The kids are finally out of school 👨‍🏫and for many, this means the start of RV season. To commemorate the start of Summer RV season, we're launching 'RV Week' this week, celebrating safe RV adventures wherever they may take you! Enjoy our RV tips and advice and have a GREAT road trip!

For our first tip, remember that towing an RV or any trailer means you're pulling more weight, which changes driving, performance and handling dynamics. That means:

✅ Longer stopping distances
✅ Slower acceleration
✅ More stress on tires, brakes, and suspension
✅ More challenging handling in wind and rain

Before you hit the highway this summer, make sure your vehicle is ready for the extra load. A safe vacation starts before you leave the driveway.

07/01/2026

Quick Tip for the day!

07/01/2026

06/30/2026

Q. What's the most important tool a mechanic owns?🔧

A. Experience!🧠

The most valuable tool in an auto tech's toolbox isn't a wrench or socket, it's ⏳years of learning and the passion to put that to work for you!

A good technician doesn’t just fix what’s broken. They 🔍look for what’s coming next. They examine, analyze, compare, review, test and 💭evaluate the important functions of your vehicle, drawing from years of study, knowledge, certifications and trial and error experience to make sure your 🚗vehicle runs smoothly and safely!

When you trust a 🥇M.A.P. certified auto repair shop like Big O Tires, with nearly 50 years of serving customers in 🇨🇦Canada you get the support of a team of expert 👨‍🔧techs and service members, working hard to get you where you're going and back again! Now that's a reputation you can ride on!

06/30/2026

Quick Big O tip for the day!

06/29/2026

What are some of the ⚠️issues caused by driving on `underinflated tires?

🌡️Heat build up due to more flex in the sidewalls
🚗Reduced handling and braking
⛽Reduced fuel economy due to added resistance
🛞Faster and uneven tire wear
⚠️Greater risk of tire damage (potholes, sidewall stress, pinch damage, etc.)
🚐Extra concern for heavier vehicles or vehicles hauling heavy loads!

If you suspect your tire may have a leak or be in need of repair, just swing into our shop and let us check it out.

06/28/2026

Happy Sunday! 😊

06/26/2026

Looking to buy tires🛻, schedule servicing 🔧or need us to check out something on your vehicle👨‍🔧, check out our website. We're ALWAYS here to help!

At Big O Tires, Powell River we are your home team. Wide selection of tires and wheels for every type of vehicle and full service auto repair center. Call us today.

06/24/2026

And you think OUR traffic is bad! 🚗🚗🚙🚕🚕🚌🚎🛻😁