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Drive (Fuel) Efficiently

This post is a 5 step course on driving more efficiently to help save you a fortune at the fuel pump and reduce wear on your vehicle at the same time.

Tire Care Basics

Ever wonder what the most common car repairs are and how much they cost? This survey found some interesting results, along with some ideas for avoiding them.

Should I Warm-Up My Car Before Driving?

Imagine being left out in the cold all night and then asked to run a marathon - doesn't sound too good! What's the best way to treat your vehicle on a cold morning?

When Should I Use the Parking Brake?

In this client Q&A we settle a civil disagreement about the use of the parking break in automatic transmission vehicles. It is nice to see things settled, once and for all.

Although 2020 was a wild ride, it was a good year for us at Parkside. At the beginning of 2021, we thought it would be fun to take a look through our analytics to see which were the most popular posts of 2020.

Why We’re Thankful

After 40 years in the industry, we have a lot to be thankful for at Parkside Motors. We'd like to use this post to express gratitude to those that make our lives special.

Car Alarms Part 3: Why Your Key Triggers Your Alarm

Every now and then, someone gets in touch with us because their key seems to be triggering their car's alarm system. Your key is supposed to disable the alarm, so what exactly is going on here?

Car Alarms Part 2: Disengaging an Alarm

This week is a follow-up to last week's article about why you might be getting false alarms. Here's how to disengage an annoying alarm that is going off at inconvenient times.

Young Driver Safety

Most of us started as teens, and many of today’s teens have a difficult time getting behind the wheel. Our first drive can be overwhelming, but everyone can learn and become safe drivers. Click here for some tips.

COVID-19 Update

At Parkside Motors, the safety of our customers in the Victoria area has always been a top priority. Facing the current crisis our commitment to that goal will not change.

Fix These Issues Before Summer

Before hitting the road on that summer get-away you've been dreaming of since December, make sure your vehicle is free from any of these common problems.

Never Get Stuck Again

If you got stuck this winter and want to make sure it never happens again, or plan on doing some off-roading this summer, the best defence you have against getting stuck is to always be prepared. That means keeping a certain amount of gear in your car, truck, or 4x4 that will help in these situations.