Winter Hack: Natural Windshield Defroster
Winter is here, and unfortunately the hot cocoa and snow days are often accompanied by cold cars with frozen windows. No one wants to begin their day by chipping away the ice that’s formed on their windshields, so here are a few tips on how to outsmart Jack Frost.
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How To: Winterizing Your Car
Here is a quick checklist of things you should do to get ready for winter driving. Some of them only take a few minutes and many can be done for you if you are just too busy to take care of them yourself.
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Types of Wiper Blades
A vital part in cockpit visibility is your wiper blades. Click here to read about the different types, what they are good for, how to pick the right blades, and how to replace them.
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Winter Battery Tests
Winter is nearly here, and cold weather means reduced battery power and increased drain. Here is how we test it, and also how we fix it.
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Winter Tires in BC
People travel the most during the holidays, but winter is the most dangerous time to be on the road. Learn a few things about winter tires and see an illustrated outline on what symbols you need to see on your winter tires to know you are safe.
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Signs of Failing Spark Plugs
Failing spark plugs will make your vehicle run less efficiently and impacts safety. Here are some signs to help you diagnose failing spark plugs.
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Why You Blew a Gasket
A blown head gasket in your engine is when the gasket that seals the cylinder head of the engine to the engine block breaks. For the DIY mechanic, you can make this repair yourself, but first you’ll need to know the root cause. Easier said than done, because there are a number of causes for a blown head gasket.
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What Causes SUV Sway?
This week we answer the question "what causes my SUV to sway side to side while driving?" For the safety of you and your passengers, it is important to get the answer to this very common question.
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Removing Oil Spills from your Driveway
Ever see a rainbow coloured stain on your driveway when you pull your car away? This is oil, and it needs to be cleaned up before it contaminates the water supply. Here is how to do it in a timely fashion.
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Essential Gadgets for Your Auto Toolkit
If you’re a DIY car owner, you probably already have a couple of basic tools. This guide outlines 11 essential fix-it items you should have to assist in an emergency or tackle minor repairs on your own. Some of these are no brainers, and some you wouldn’t think of before it is too late!
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Can You Use Mismatched Tires?
If you decide to replace one or two of your tires, the best choice is to replace them with the exact same brand, style, and size that are already on the vehicle. Here's why.
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Need to Know: Octane Part 3 (Additives)
This is the third part in a multi-part series that will cover everything you need to know about your vehicle's fuel. Today we are looking at higher octane fuels, and if the additives they boast improve your engine's efficiency enough to warrant their high price.
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Need to Know: Octane Part 2 (Performance Benefits)
This is the second part in a multi-part series that will cover everything you need to know about your vehicle's fuel. Today we examine how higher octane fuel levels in a high compression engine can increase power OR increase their energy efficiency.
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Need to Know: Octane Levels
This is the first in a multi-part series that will cover everything you need to know about your vehicle's fuel. Today we are looking at octane levels, what they mean, where they came from, and why it is important to know the correct octane level for your vehicle.
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Does Your Car Tire Have a Bubble?
A bubble in the sidewall of your tire can really only mean one thing. Click here to read how it got there and how to fix it.
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Digital Owner’s Manuals
Your vehicle's Owner's Manual is the best source of useful information about your car. Here we take a look at the most common uses of your owner's manual and where to go to download a new digital copy.
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