Do you agree that the risk factors are very similar for the Vibe & Matrix? The only exception is a difference in immobilizers. However, the maximum annual incentive for having an approved immobilizer is $40. Therefore, any rate difference greater than $40 should be questioned, in my opinion. Usi...

Thanks for your comments. The challenge to my insurance company is that the risk factors used to calculate insurance rates are extremely similar between the Vibe & Matrix. This is both in terms of the physical vehicle as well as the demographic of drivers.Auto insurance is administered at the pr...

In Manitoba, the base insurance rates for the 2007 & 2008 Vibe & Matrix are:2007 Pontiac Vibe - $1,205 2008 Pontiac Vibe - $1,0872007 Toyota Matrix - $1,0572008 Toyota Matrix - $1,164The base rate for the Vibe DECREASES by $118 from 2007 to 2008, yet the base rate for the Matrix INCREASES ov...

Thank you all for your quick responses. I won't hesitate any longer in ordering my winter wheels and tires. Even after shipping, Tire Rack is very competitively priced with conventional Canadian tire suppliers.

Hello:I am from Winnipeg, Canada, and am considering winter tire options for my 2007 Vibe. Due to a significant cost advantage, I'm considering changing from the factory 205-55-R16 to a 205-65-R15. Has anyone out there had success with 15" rims? Does the Vibe brake assembly accommodate this?Tha...