York Region (ON) - ST Owners

[BravoSix]

Any owners on the York Region in Ontario? I am based in Markham, looking to connect with other ST owners, to exchange tips and suggestions!

Just got a 2026 ST Vapor Blue, enjoying a lot so far!

 

[thenewguy]

Join Explorer ST Canada group on facebook, most are there

 

[NigelST]

Any owners on the York Region in Ontario? I am based in Markham, looking to connect with other ST owners, to exchange tips and suggestions!

Just got a 2026 ST Vapor Blue, enjoying a lot so far!

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Sweet ride! Welcome! I love that blue. I’m in Ottawa but I spend about 50% of my time out that way in Ancaster, and likely more in the future. Shoot me a DM if you ever want to chat Explorer! You can also find me on Instagram @jusmytyp.r where I’m likely more active.

 

[Nascarbilly]

Any owners on the York Region in Ontario? I am based in Markham, looking to connect with other ST owners, to exchange tips and suggestions!

Just got a 2026 ST Vapor Blue, enjoying a lot so far!

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Welcome Aboard!!

Question: Are they selling the ST's without the front center caps on the wheels now? Interesting look to it with the black wheels.

 

[NigelST]

Welcome Aboard!!

Question: Are they selling the ST's without the front center caps on the wheels now? Interesting look to it with the black wheels.

I may be speaking out of turn here, but it looks like those are the PIU wheels (or PIU style). If you buy them here for winter, you have to pay extra for the center caps. I’m running the PIU wheels myself and the center caps were extra if you wanted to cover the lugs etc.

 

[Nascarbilly]

I may be speaking out of turn here, but it looks like those are the PIU wheels (or PIU style). If you buy them here for winter, you have to pay extra for the center caps. I’m running the PIU wheels myself and the center caps were extra if you wanted to cover the lugs etc.

@NigelST :
Roger that; I thought there had to be a logical answer to this. They are definitely not like the stock Magnetite-Painted wheels on my '25 ST. I haven't separately purchased any wheels since I was in the Navy so I was NOT aware of the additional costs for the center caps.

 

[NigelST]

@NigelST :
Roger that; I thought there had to be a logical answer to this. They are definitely not like the stock Magnetite-Painted wheels on my '25 ST. I haven't separately purchased any wheels since I was in the Navy so I was NOT aware of the additional costs for the center caps.

Admittedly, it seems a bit silly to me that they don’t come with center caps! Personally I thought they’d be included (Iike they are with most other aftermarket wheels) but guess not for the PIU wheels! A bit of a money grab if you ask me haha, especially once you consider the wheels, center caps and TPMS sensors. Looks like you’re out in CA and all I can say is do I ever wish I was out your way with the incredible roads and never needing to purchase a separate set of winter wheels and tires!

 

[Nascarbilly]

Looks like you’re out in CA and all I can say is do I ever wish I was out your way with the incredible roads and never needing to purchase a separate set of winter wheels and tires!

@NigelST :
I grew up in WVA, I know what 15 degrees below is, and what it looks like to have frozen snow on the ground for months. My Dad had 2 sets of rear tires for his cars all the time, a Summer set and a Winter set with chains/studs.
California on the other hand, is a unique and interesting state. Weather wise, there are 2 distinct areas were the elevation is over 7,000 feet which means heavy snowfall during the Winter months. We are fortunate here in Sacramento to be basically 2 hours from everything you would want to do: 2 hours to the beach/ocean, 2 hours to the mountains and skiing, 2 hours to world class wineries. There is Las Vegas style entertainment at the Indian Casinos less than 6 miles away. There is already 12 feet of snow at the ski resorts heading up Donner Pass on Hwy 80.