Q & A | Parkside Motors

Can My Car Tow My Boat?

The sun is coming out and the weather is starting to look good... here's how you can learn whether your vehicle can tow your boat to the lake or the sea.

How To Choose Jumper Cables

Jumper cables might be the most important part of your automotive safety kit. Here is how to choose the best set of cables that work for you and your car.

Why Do I Need to Re-Torque My Wheels?

Is "wheel re-torquing" just a scam to get you and your vehicle back into the shop? We don't think so... here is what "re-torquing" is, and why it is important.

Is Road Salt Bad For Our Cars?

In case you missed it, winter is here and soon it will be cold! With winter comes road salt, here is what you need to know about road salt's effects on your car.

Can You Drive With Mismatched Tires?

If you get a puncture in a tire, is it okay to replace it with a new one and drive a mismatched set? What are the concerns with running a mixed set?

Does Your Steering Wheel Shake?

A shaking steering wheel is not a problem that should be ignored. Here are three of the most common reasons for a shaking wheel, and how you can handle it.

Winter Tires in BC

October is under way, so it's time for BC residents to outfit their vehicles with winter tires. Here is a quick guide to the different categories of winter tires.

What You Need To Know About SUV Sway

SUVs are more popular than ever, and their popularity is still increasing. If your SUV is swaying side-to-side, you might want to get in touch with your shop.

Does Your Battery Keep Dying?

If you've been home-bound or wearing out your jumper cables due to a fickle battery, then this article is for you. Here's what you can do about a dead battery.

Is Your Car Giving False Alarms?

Is your car alarm going-off for no apparent reason? Here is a list of things to check that can help you trouble-shoot a rogue car alarm.

Tow to the Shop, or Drive?

After an accident (or an unexplained mechanical issue), it can be hard to decide whether you need to be towed to the shop, or if you're okay to drive.

Exhaust Smoke Part 1: Blue

This is Pat 1 of a 3-part blog series about exhaust pipe smoke. Here's what blue exhaust smoke tells you about your engine, and why you should pay attention.