Prepare your Audi for winter: the accessories you really need
Audi offers a range of winter accessories that are compatible with your vehicle. Simply look into the options available to you.
Winter-ready equipment, accessories, and protection provide a real advantage for safe and pleasant driving, even when the weather does not cooperate.
Why equip your Audi properly before winter in Québec
Everyone in Québec knows it. Winter in our beautiful province shows you and your vehicle no mercy.
Intense cold, slippery pavement, and heavy snowfalls combine with the abrasives used to reduce risks on the road. This mix makes driving more difficult and can damage your vehicle in the short and long term if you do not take proper care of it.
It is always important to gear up properly for winter. Audi vehicles are popular in Québec during winter because they offer a wide variety of equipment and accessories that make life easier.
Audi winter tires: the first accessory you should not overlook
The mountain snowflake pictogram, officially called 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Snowflake), is a standardized symbol stamped on the sidewall of winter tires.
Audi, like all automakers, asks you to rely on this pictogram to choose winter tires from various brands that have passed rigorous tests proving they are truly ready for winter conditions.
Winter tires are essential in Québec, since all-season tires trade off ice performance to work year-round.
If you are unsure about the size or brand of winter tires to buy for your Audi, do not hesitate to ask the experts at Audi Anjou for advice.
Protect the interior of your Audi: winter mats and liners
In winter, your boots bring salt, water, and slush everywhere you go. On the refined materials that make up an Audi interior, these elements can quickly wear the carpet.
Winter floor mats and liners are a long-term investment that helps protect your vehicle.
Remote start: a luxury that has become essential in winter
On a day when it’s -30 °C, nothing is more comforting than knowing your vehicle will be warm before you even get in.
Most Audi vehicles are compatible with the myAudi app, which lets you stay connected to your luxury car or SUV at all times.
Among the available features, myAudi includes not only remote start but also air-conditioning control. This gives you complete control of your car without having to brave the cold.
Protect your Audi vehicle’s body against rust and salt
The body of your Audi is a carefully sculpted piece of German engineering. It was designed to blend aerodynamics and elegance. It is worth protecting from road abrasives, which can trap moisture against the body and cause corrosion.
Fortunately, Audi dealers, such as Audi Anjou, near Repentigny and Boucherville, offer several solutions, such as a protective film, an anti-corrosion treatment, or an underbody shield.
You can also combine these options for maximum protection.
Audi accessories to see and be seen in winter
Audi vehicles, like all vehicles, need winter windshield wiper blades and anti-freeze washer fluid to maintain good visibility.
In addition, certain Audi technologies can make a real difference.
For example, digital matrix LED headlamps and Audi laser lighting, available on several models, enhance your vehicle’s lighting and help you see and be seen, whatever the weather conditions.
Where to find your Audi winter accessories in Montréal
If you have questions about Audi winter accessories available for your Audi, it is always best to rely on experts.
At Audi Anjou, your Audi dealer in Montréal, we will be pleased to show you the options available and help you make the right choices for winter.
FAQ: Must-have Audi accessories for winter
Are winter Audi accessories purchased at a dealer such as Audi Anjou covered by a warranty?
Yes, genuine Audi parts and accessories are generally covered by a warranty against manufacturing and installation defects, as long as they are purchased during the vehicle’s warranty period.
Before buying, always ask about the warranty options that could cover your chosen accessory.
Can I install winter accessories on my Audi myself, or is it better to have a certified technician do it?
Some winter Audi accessories, such as mats or windshield wiper blades, are easy enough to install yourself.
However, for more complex equipment or items that require a more demanding installation, it is always better to trust a certified technician to ensure safe installation.
Are Audi winter accessories compatible with all models, or are some exclusive to specific trims?
Audi accessories are not universal. It is always best to make sure the accessory in question is compatible with your Audi model, taking the model year into account.
Can adding winter accessories to my Audi affect my insurance coverage or the manufacturer’s warranty?
Approved winter accessories will generally have little or no impact on your insurance or the manufacturer’s warranty.
On the other hand, major modifications or non-approved accessories can affect your vehicle’s warranty.
Always check with a certified expert before making non-approved modifications to your Audi.
