Driving on Halloween Night: Tips to Stay Safe & Alert By CanadaDrives For all of our talents, us human beings are pretty bad at seeing in the dark. Not only do animals like mice, owls, bats and cats see better than us when the lights are out, experts say they actually see better in […]
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Car Emergency Kit Essentials: 9 Must-Have Items By CanadaDrives More often than not, an emergency kit is seen as a bulky box that tumbles around in the trunk and takes up cargo volume. If you have one, you’ve probably never checked the contents since you purchased it. If you don’t, you probably never thought
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Batteries live a sad and lonely life, and they can suddenly die for a variety of reasons. When your battery dies, you can figure those reasons out later with the help of a battery and charging system inspection from your favorite technician. For now, you need a boost. Below, we’ll detail the steps to
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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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Ultimate Guide to Tire Checks: Tread Depth, Air Pressure, and more By CanadaDrives Tires are a huge expense for any vehicle and proper maintenance ensures you’re always driving on the safest set. Check out our comprehensive tire maintenance guide. It’ll help you get the best life out of your tires, and the best bang
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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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