Are Timing Chains Still Causing Headaches? What a loaded question. The answer varies greatly depending on whom you ask. It also varies, depending on what OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) the question might be referring to.
Continue readingWhy Your Car Might Need An Oil Change
An oil change is an important part of car maintenance that helps to ensure the long-term health of your vehicle. It is recommended that you change your oil every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, or every
six months, whichever comes first.
Winter Tire Advantage
Winter Tire Advantage – Canadians have more winter tire choices than most drivers around the world. With vast Canadian landscape, winter driving means different things in the snowy Maritimes, cold urban roads of Quebec and Ontario, frigid and windy prairies, and BC’s warmer Lower Mainland and unpredictable mountain roads.
Continue readingWhen To Install Winter Tires
As soon as the temperature consistently dips below 7°C drivers should change over to winter tires to benefit from the increased traction, braking and handling in all winter conditions, including snowy, icy, and cold and dry pavement.
Continue readingFall Driving Tips
When fall arrives, the new season brings many factors that drivers need to be aware of. Commuters and drivers battle with increased sun glare with the sun lower on the horizon. And the changing sunrise and sunset times in the fall change the light conditions for drivers – particularly during rush hour.
Continue readingSummer Driving Tips
For many of us, summertime usually means vacations and summer road trips. Now is a good time to review these summer driving safety tips. A little planning and some safety checks might spare you from dealing with the consequences of a breakdown — or worse, a highway crash.
Continue readingAlberta Road Trips From Calgary
Here are a few suggestions of places to visit in Alberta on road trips during the summer months.
Continue readingSpring Driving
Spring Car Care
Make sure that your car is ready for Spring and the slightly unpredictable weather that comes with it.
Continue readingEmergency Winter Driving Safety Kit
It’s a good idea to keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle. Having essential supplies can provide comfort and safety for you and your passengers should you become stranded.
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