By Lori Straus As I write this, it’s 9°C in the second week of December in my city in Southwestern Ontario. All my hard-earned shovelling is being erased. That makes it hard to believe that it’s still winter. But it is. If you haven’t done so yet, do it immediately: assemble your winter driving kit,
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When you have a vehicle, you know maintenance is required. We have tips and tricks to keep your vehicle in good condition. The articles below will help keep your vehicle running smoothly.
When Should You Change to Winter Tires?
That’s always the big question every fall, isn’t it? Do you change to winter tires early on to avoid “tire jams” at the garage? Or do you hold off as long as you can to keep your fuel efficiency high?
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When to Scrap Your Car
How long is too long before you need to scrap your vehicle? We’ve compiled a few questions to ask yourself to help you decide if your car’s seen better days and is now destined for the scrap heap.
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The Value of a Good Mechanic
Finding a good auto mechanic can help keep your vehicle running for years, limit maintenance costs, and ease the stresses of repairs caused in an accident. A good mechanic can also come in useful when buying a used car. But you don’t want to wait until you need a mechanic before you start looking.
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Automatic Transmission – Maintenance and Inspections
The last few decades have seen a few innovations in automatic-transmission technology. One is the continuously variable transmission, or CVT, which, instead of gears, uses a pair of pulleys connected by a metal belt. Another is the dual-clutch transmission, which is closer in concept to a manual transmission but adds automated shifting.
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5 Tips to Maintain Your Exotic Car
Bill Sanderson bought his first car—a Nissan 240SX—before he had a license. But it wasn’t to drive. He wanted to repair it and add performance modifications to it. Now, over a decade later, he’s a licensed technician who specializes in repairing and servicing European and exotic cars in Canada.
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Car Maintenance Tips for Spring
We’re at that point in the year where our knees tremble at the thought of checking the weather: will there be snow? But check it we must, and it tells us that yes, spring is on its way. Which means…time to clean your car! Below you’ll find a checklist of car maintenance tips for spring. Happy cleaning!
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Safety Recall on Cars
Getting a notice in the mail about a safety recall of your vehicle can be alarming. It might make you worry about the quality of the car or truck you’ve recently purchased, especially if it’s a used vehicle no longer covered by a warranty.
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Get Your Vehicle Ready For Fall – 10 Must Check Items
The days are getting shorter, the temperature is cooling – it’s time to get your vehicle ready for Fall. Here is a list of things to check in regards to preparing your vehicle for fall driving.
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Mobile Wash at Home or the Office
Mobile wash and detailing services bring the car wash to you, whether you’re a home or at work. Many will come out to clean trucks, boats, motorcycles, RVs and even heavy equipment.
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