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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Question: image of tire pressure monitoring system warning lightI am purchasing a set of winter tires and rims for my truck. It comes standard with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). I have read that according to the US DOT it is mandatory in new vehicles since 2007. However Transport Canada's answer seems to be less specific and refers to the individual provinces licensing for "regulations" regarding TPMS.

Seatbelt Exemption for Delivery Drivers

Q&A ImageQuestion: I have a question regarding the seatbelt exemption sometimes referred to as the "Milkman Exemption." My understanding is that it applies to drivers who make multiple vehicle stops and exits within a confined area (i.e. one street or a bay or boulevard) as they are not in general traffic and never get going very fast (exemption requires speeds of 40 km/h or lower).