Property crimes are a major concern for residents and police throughout Alberta. But you don’t have to be a victim. Smart car owners prevent some of these crimes by understanding how thieves choose their targets. It’s important for every driver to know how to avoid car break-ins and what to do after a thief has…
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How much do you know about car tires? You know it’s important to have them, but do you know if you should switch them out when the seasons change? Do you know the difference between the main types of tires? How about your pressure – do you know how that impacts the way your car…
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Finding the right look for your car can be essential. This is a way that you can really show off your personality when you are driving daily. Tinted windows are a look that can work well for many cars. However, you need to make sure that window tinting is right for your car. Here are…
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Driving through the Canadian Rockies allows you to experience beautiful scenery, peace and quiet, wildlife and twisting mountain roads making it one of the most unique journeys you’ll ever undertake. As scenic and exciting as driving through the Canadian Rockies might seem, it’s definitely not something to be taken lightly. With sparse towns spread out over…
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The time has come to sell your car, and all you want is to make it look appealing, so you will not only get offers quickly, but also get as much money from your sale as possible. A prime way to ensure you get the best price possible is to check the car for needed…
Read MoreWhen you are trying to drive during the winter, you are bound to run into some less than desirable conditions. This is very true when you are driving in Calgary. When driving in these conditions, you must know what to do if your car gets stuck on these snowy Calgary roads. Keep the proper tools…
Read MoreWhat is an Idle Air Control Valve? The Idle air control valve (IAC valve) regulates the idle speed of your engine. It is controlled by the onboard engine computer system. It regulates the amount of air that circulates around the closed throttle plate. The idle air control valve contains a solenoid, a coil that operates…
Read MoreShould you DIY or Take it to a Shop? It isn’t a fun moment when you spot rust or a chip in your vehicle’s paint. The question becomes do you touch it up yourself or take it to a shop? For some people who may not feel confident in their skills to touch up paint…
Read MoreThe colder Canadian winter climate can be harsh on your vehicle. In the winter an engine takes longer to reach an optimal operating temperature, not to mention cools off much faster once it’s turned off. Overall more fuel is being burned to compensate in addition to more wear and tear on the vehicle components while…
Read MoreThis year Calgary has seen above average snowfall already and winter just began not to mention variable degrees of climate change from -25C to +10C. When the roads get slick so do the driving conditions and that equates to higher incidences of fender benders. How do you tell if you need a bumper repair or…
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