Us humans tend to be the healthiest when we’re up and about – moving, working, exercising, flexing our various joints and muscles, and doing work that makes our hearts and lungs pump away. Humans with sedentary lifestyles are at higher risks of health problems, which is why active humans, not couch potatoes, tend to […]
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Keeping your eyes on the condition of your battery will promote the overall health of your vehicle and reduce the likelihood of other mechanical problems arising. We’ve all been there – you put your keys in the ignition and instead of a smooth engine kick you’re left with no crank and no start. This
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Winter is the cruellest month when it comes to wear and tear on your car. Snow, mud, water, and ice punish your vehicle’s exterior, not to mention all the debris you track into your vehicle off your shoes and boots. It’s an attack on your car’s health from all fronts. To make matters worse,
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Jack Frost is on the way, and for most provinces and territories, Mr. Frost overstays his welcome. The long Canadian winter can be tough on our cars, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are a few simple winter car maintenance tips to help protect your vehicle against the cold, cold climate of the
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Storing your vehicle for winter isn’t just for luxury car owners… Maybe you drive a winter beater to keep your newer car in pristine condition or interested in saving on insurance since you’re working from home more and barely driving. Perhaps you’re not confident driving in icy conditions and want to reduce the risk of an accident –
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In the blistering summer heat or the dead of winter, it’s frustrating when your car won’t start. Car problems can disrupt your schedule and the unexpected expense can burn a hole in your wallet. If your car won’t start, the problem could be relatively simple or quite complex. Unfortunately, there are plenty of things
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The Ultimate Guide to Winter Tires in Canada By CanadaDrives When the calendar flips over to winter, should you switch to winter tires? Here’s everything you need to know to make the right decision for your winter driving needs. Ahhh, winter. ‘Tis the season for snowball fights, holiday get-togethers, and white knuckles on the
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Whether you’re driving in snow for the first time or a seasoned driver looking for a quick refresher, we’ve got some useful winter driving tips for everyone. As conditions differ in each Canadian city, we’ve developed a list of winter driving tips to help safely see you through the coldest season of the year.
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We live in the Great White North, dreaming of a life in permanent sunshine where we drive our convertible down a beachfront avenue with a surfboard strapped to roof-rack. But that’s not our reality. The truth is for the long winter months, we are driving on snow-plowed streets and highways, scraping our windshield in
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What separates studded winter tires from regular snow-rated tires? How do they work, are there any disadvantages to tires fitted with studs, and are they even legal on public roads across Canada? Here’s an in-depth look and explanation. First, winter conditions warrant the right set of tires Canadians are no strangers to snow. According
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