Is DIY Auto Repair a Good Idea?
Here at Parkside, we respect the DIY spirit and like to see people taking their auto maintenance seriously. However, the trick to successful DIY auto repairs is knowing when a job is a good candidate for you to do at home, and when it's time to call the pros.
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Protect Your Vehicle During Pothole Season
Along with chirping birds and cherry blossoms, potholes are a harbinger of the spring season. Here are some tips to help you keep your vehicle safe during this year's "pothole season".
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What is that Puddle?
What do you see? How does it feel? What does it smell like? We help you use your senses to save you maintenance costs and keep your vehicle safe for you and your family.
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Is Your Windshield Unsafe?
Your windshield is a critical component of your safety. Here is all you need to know about windshield safety, maintenance, and repair.
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Did You Blow a Gasket?
A "blown head gasket" is a phrase that strikes fear into the hearts of auto enthusiasts and novice motorists alike. This is one repair that you REALLY don't want to delay. Check out this article.
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5 Tips to Boost Fuel Economy
These 5 tips will help you spend less time at the pump. We wish saving money was always this easy!
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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?
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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.
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5 Best from 2020
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.
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Here’s to 2021
From all of us at Parkside Motors, Happy New Year! We hope you have a great celebration, and wish you happiness and health for the new year.
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From Our Family to Yours, Happy Holidays
After a crazy year, there’s nothing we’d like to do more than extend our sincere gratitude. The holidays are a time for reflecting, and we have so many things to be thankful for. At the end of the day, no matter what is going on in the world at large, we are simply honoured to […]
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How to Correctly Install Your Car Seat
The leading cause of death and injury for young children is motor vehicle accidents. A properly installed car seat can lower the risk of injury by 80% and reduce the risk of death by 28%, when compared to a seatbelt alone.
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What is a Backfire?
Most people who own vehicles are familiar enough with the term "backfire" that they know it shouldn't happen, but don't know much beyond that. Here's what we mean by a "backfire", and what you can do about it.
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Do You Need to Replace Your Water Pump?
If the water pump fails, your engine will not receive adequate circulation of vital coolant, and may overheat. If your engine gets hot enough, there could be disastrous consequences. That is why getting a faulty water pump replaced is an important service.
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Is It Worth Getting a Tow?
After an accident, once everyone is safely accounted for and information is exchanged there is always an awkward decision: should I drive my car home, or have it towed? Click here to learn when to drive and when to tow.
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Removing a Broken Key from Your Ignition
Breaking your key off in the ignition is easily one of the most frustrating things that can happen to a driver, leaving you feeling helpless and stuck. Here are some tips to get it sorted quickly and easily.
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