There are really only two places where you would theoretically need to mind your tire’s speed rating: the track, and the Autobahn in Germany where there are certain sections without any speed limits. Other than that, our speed limits in Canada are well below the average tire’s maximum safe speed. That said, a tire’s speed rating provides more information than the maximum speed you can safely reach. Indeed, the tire speed rating also provides useful ...
Read More »Where do pre-owned vehicles in a new-car dealership come from?
When buying a pre-owned vehicle, many consumers want to know where the used car, truck or SUV came from. This is important as it will provide a glimpse into the vehicle’s past. If you can also know how the vehicle was maintained and its service history, all the better. That’s why many consumers choose to shop for their next pre-owned vehicle at a new-car dealership. They feel better knowing that there is often a complete ...
Read More »Other information to look at when buying your next vehicle
There are plenty of reliable sources of information out there that will help you when the time comes to purchase your next vehicle. These sources include automotive websites that provide reviews and comparison tests, as well as owner forums and blogs that give you inside information on how a given vehicle is to live with on a daily basis. That said, there are other sources of information as well that provide a more in-depth look ...
Read More »What to do about a recall?
Is your vehicle being recalled? Did you just find out about it on the news are now you are not sure what to do? Don’t worry, there are a few steps you can follow that will make dealing with a recall that much easier. The best place to start is not to panic. The way recalls are announced certainly do not help in putting us at ease. Usually, sites all over the country and sometimes ...
Read More »How to protect your engine
Your engine is the brain of your vehicle. It is by far the most important component of your car, and you should therefore take every precaution to ensure that it is protected and well-maintained. This will allow your vehicle to last longer, but more importantly you will save yourself from some expensive repairs down the road. The first step in protecting your engine is to ensure that you get it maintained at the specified intervals. ...
Read More »Understanding second chance credit financing
We often here of second chance credit financing, or even third chance credit financing, but it can sometimes be difficult to know exactly what we are talking about and more importantly, the implications of these financing solutions that are aimed at buyers with less than ideal credit. Our credit is an indication of our ability to pay our obligations. Before a bank or other financial institution agrees to give us a loan, they will check ...
Read More »Making sure you get the most out of your test drive
There is a ton of information you can get online when buying a new car. You can read reviews, check specs, review owner forums and have a look at various buying guides and lists. That said, if you truly want to know if a given vehicle is right for you, there is really only one way, the test drive. That’s when you finally get the chance to get behind the wheel of a given model ...
Read More »What type of cab should you opt for?
When the temperature rises outside, it is not uncommon for car engines to overheat. Especially if your car is an older model or if it is not maintained properly. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to make sure your engine stays at the correct temperature. First, always make sure to have in the car an extra bottle of coolant. Engines usually overheat because the coolant level is too low. A simple check to ...
Read More »Buying a new vehicle in 2016, should you go for a 2017?
You have just committed to buying a 2016 vehicle when all of a sudden, you notice that there are 2017 model-year vehicles coming into the showroom. They both are new and both are available to you. How do you choose which one to buy? Only in the automotive industry will you find a 2017 model of anything even if we are not even halfway through the current year. This summer, there will be even more ...
Read More »Should you buy a new or a pre-owned car vehicle?
When the time comes to replace our current vehicle, the first step is usually to review our budget to determine which model we will ultimately buy. Once this first step is done, we go to the dealer and look at what is offered to us. That said, have you decided if you’re going to buy a new vehicle or a pre-owned vehicle? What may seem like an odd question really isn’t because there are advantages ...
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