The traditional car-buying experience almost always involves a test drive. When going to a dealership lot, you will circle around a car you’re interested in until a salesperson inevitably pops out of nowhere to ask: “wanna give ‘er a spin?” Sometimes the salesperson tags along for the test drive, talking your ear off about […]
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7 Steps for Making the Most of Your Test Drive By CanadaDrives Shopping for vehicles can be an exhilarating experience but for many, it can be anxiety-provoking. To put your mind at ease before making a major purchase, it makes sense to try before you buy, doesn’t it? According to an Autotrader consumer survey,
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As exciting as shopping for a new or new-to-you vehicle can be, there’s no question that the traditional car-buying journey can be more than a little stressful. You might do a lot of research comparing cars and trucks you like, trying to find the one that will best suit your needs. You might visit
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If you have a credit report that is inactive, or no credit history at all, here are three things that will help you get approved for a loan. Without a credit history, it’s difficult to get credit. Lenders want to see that you’ve previously borrowed money and can pay it back on time. However,
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An 84-month (or 7-year) term gives you plenty of time to pay off a car loan, but it doesn’t come without its drawbacks. So, how do you decide if a seven-year car financing term is right for you? 84-month auto loans happen to be one of the most popular financing terms for car buyers.
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Charging a Tesla: How Much Will It Cost & How Long Will It Take? By CanadaDrives Ready to embark on the Tesla adventure? Owning an electric car is a different experience than owning a gasoline-powered one, and many questions come along with it. One of the main reasons people shift from gasoline to electric,
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Blog Car Guide 2023 Tesla Model 3 Review An all-new LFP battery allows the 2023 Tesla Model 3 to be both cleaner to build and more efficient to drive. Canada Drives drove the compact electric sedan during a tough Canadian blizzard to sample its efficiency. So, with its cheaper price point, is the Model 3
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TOP 5 WINTER ROAD TRIPS Posted on Jan 24, 2019. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL 1. TOFINO FOR STORM WATCHING This is not your average Canadian weather. Storm-watching has become big business in Canada’s un-official surf and ocean playground mecca, Tofino. The little Vancouver Island town is home to some of the biggest
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SKIDDING & HOW TO AVOID IT Posted on Jan 31, 2019. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Understanding driving surfaces is paramount to grasping and comprehending vehicle maneuvering and control. Gravel, asphalt, concrete and composite hybrid varieties of road materials can create unique driving surfaces. Knowing how to adjust your driving habits in varying situations is
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DRIVING WITH PETS: KEEPING YOU & YOUR DOG SAFE Posted on Feb 7, 2019. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Our doggos accompany us to the park, we walk together, they’re there when we get home at night, they comfort us when we’re upset; the least we can do is take them for a car ride,
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