If you’re shopping around for winter tires, here are a couple things to keep in mind. The long-awaited Canadian winter has arrived, and with the sudden drop in temperature comes the much-anticipated ice, snow and slush. These seasonal features can be pretty on the eyes, but not so pretty on the roads – especially […]
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TRUCK STOP SAFETY Posted on Oct 3, 2019. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL you hitting the road on a long-distance journey? Chances are you may need to stop at a truck stop, especially if you’re a professional truck driver, or even if you’re hauling a larger load like a boat or a recreational vehicle. When utilizing
INTERVIEW WITH A TRUCK DRIVER Posted on Mar 5, 2020. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Meet Donna and Geoff Wright, a dynamic duo of professional drivers from Kelowna. We had the opportunity to chat with them about their experience in the industry – together, they have a combined 41 years of time spent on the road!
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HANDLING PEER PRESSURE FOR NEW DRIVERS Posted on Mar 12, 2020. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Peer pressure has been around for a long time and isn’t likely to be going away any time soon. Peer pressure is an important aspect to consider once you’ve received your licence and are excited to get out on
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[DRIVING TIPS] WINTER DRIVING Posted on Dec 8, 2017. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL Canadian winters are littered with inclement weather, making an easy commute to work or an enjoyable weekend country drive more like a challenge from Mother Nature. If you and your vehicle aren’t prepared for winter driving, you might find yourself sidelined
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HANDLING ROAD RAGE Posted on Jul 16, 2020. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL We’ve all witnessed it, and some of us can be prone to it – road rage. We could be having a good day but sometimes when we get behind the wheel, our fuse can be a little bit shorter. It’s possible some
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What is an Ontario driver’s abstract and when would you need one? Why do employers ask for it, where and how do you actually get one, and is it expensive? Plus, what documents do you need to renew your driver’s license in Ontario? It’s all easier (and cheaper) than you may think – we
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If you’ve purchased car insurance before, you’ve likely seen the term “deductible” in the description of your policy. But what exactly is a deductible, and how does it affect your coverage? In simple terms, the deductible is the amount of money you will be responsible for paying before your policy’s coverage kicks in when
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Insurance companies use specialized formulas and calculations to determine the risk factor you pose, which helps determine the rate you pay for coverage. Those formulas and calculations vary from insurer to insurer, and your age, locale, driving history and driving habits also factor into the mix. So does the age and type of vehicle
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HOW TO WINTERIZE YOUR MOTORCYCLE, STEP-BY-STEP Posted on Oct 8, 2020. By VALLEY DRIVING SCHOOL For most motorcycle riders, the coming of winter reluctantly signifies the end of the best time of the year. Here in British Columbia, winter brings the usual suspects: a distinct chill in the air, greyer skies and the dreaded
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