By J. C. Carroll
(NC)-For every dollar spent on maintaining your vehicle, you stand to keep six dollars in your pocket, claims a recent study in the automotive industry.
“The report, released at the 2000 Canadian Fleet Maintenance Seminar, showed that for the 8,000 vehicles studied, $1.2 million was spent and $7.5 million was saved,” says Freeman […]

(NC)-Most of us are safety conscious drivers and we want our vehicles to be safe for us to travel in, no matter what their age. But if you keep your vehicle for more than four or five years in a harsh climate like ours, it will inevitably start to show signs of deterioration. Rust is […]

(NC)-Canadians aren’t measuring up when it comes to checking their tires for proper inflation. Fifty one per cent of Canadian motorists don’t take the time to measure their tire pressure monthly even though 97% of us believe it’s important, according to an Ipsos Reid study commissioned by the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC).
Current RAC statistics […]

(NC)-Summer tires, winter tires, all season tires. The choice is up to you. One thing’s for sure, though - Canada has four distinct seasons with four distinct types of driving weather. Here’s some information from the Rubber Association of Canada to help you decide what type of tire to buy:
. Summer tires are designed primarily […]

(ARA) - Looked at a calendar lately? Time sure is flying! It seems like just yesterday you were enjoying those long, sunny days out by the lake. Now you’re counting down the days till Thanksgiving and Christmas; but the holidays aren’t all you should be thinking about. The most wonderful time of the year is […]

(ARA) - Face it — dusty, unpaved roads are a way of life for rural and urban dwellers. In fact, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, in 2005, over 1.4 million miles of public roads in the United States were unpaved — more than 1,800 times the length of California.
The fine dust particles that […]

(NC)-You don’t have to buy a new vehicle every three or four years if you take proper care of the one you’ve got. Freeman Young, president of Krown Rust Control Systems, offers these tips for keeping your automobile looking its best and performing well for many years:
. Have your car treated annually to prevent rust, […]

(NC)-While snow and ice are a familiar part of life for most Canadians, there are a few simple precautions every driver should remember before heading out in the cold. According to the experts at Uniroyal Tire, these driving tips could save you time and money while helping keep you safe.
. Drive slowly and cautiously. Approach […]

By Diana Robinson
(NC)-Thinking of buying a used vehicle, but you’re not sure what you should be looking for? Keep these tips in mind as you search for your next dream vehicle.
1. Consider carefully where you buy the vehicle.
There are many places to purchase a used vehicle today. A reputable car dealership, a manufacturer’s certified pre-owned […]

(NC)-High gas prices and peak season pricing won’t stop Canada’s snowbirds from flocking to the south when cold weather hits - the lure of sunny skies and warm ocean breezes is just too great! According to savings expert Camilla Cornell, snowbirds should follow a few easy steps, however, to get the most value out of […]