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The way some people drive, it boggles my brain

If you think about it, we often have little catch phrases we take with us throughout our lives. These are usually little words or a sentence that our friends and family recognize, and sometimes tease us, each time we say them. I know someone who often says “you know what I mean” after many sentences….




If you’re looking for a luxury 4-wheel drive vehicle…

The Three Best 4×4’s on the Market As written by James Crier from the UK   4x4s are increasing in popularity in this country at a rapid rate. A large reason for this is that these automobiles are extremely reliable, practical and spacious. In addition to this, many of the top 4x4s are surprisingly fuel-efficient….



What vehicle history checks will and won’t reveal

What an HPI Check Does and Doesn’t Tell You As written by Andre Jackson  HPI checks can be an extremely valuable tool to aid you when buying a used vehicle. Buying a used car is always risky, so being able to carry out a check beforehand can provide excellent reassurance. However, before applying for an…



Our vehicles are changing…are you?

Times are changing. We all know that. Even the things we feel that aren’t changing a lot on the surface are really changing underneath. Of course, I’m referring to our vehicles. Oh sure, the looks change every few years with most models, but our vehicles are also changing behind that shiny exterior shell. These changes…



The dreaded left lane bandit…

Are you a bandit? If not, maybe you know a bandit. Perhaps you’ve been a bandit earlier in your life. I’m not talking about a robber or outlaw. This is someone drives in the left lane for no apparent reason. The dreaded “Left Lane Bandit”. Okay, so now I ask again – are you a…



Road safety initiatives are everywhere…and that’s a good thing

Over the many years that I’ve been involved with road safety I’ve had the pleasure to observe and promote it on radio, television, write for many publications and be involved with many road safety events. Recently, I was asked to observe such an event; a Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Initiative held in the greater Toronto…



Windshields protect us more than by stopping bugs from hitting our teeth

There are a lot of things that protect us while we’re driving our vehicle, including airbags, seatbelts, anti-lock brakes and many more. But what many people may not realize the windshield is also on that list of things which protect us. Oh, and it protects us more than stopping the bugs from hitting our teeth…



If you’re not using radio traffic reports, why not?

I’m not afraid to ask for help. I think it’s a sign of strength actually. If you’re struggling, why get frustrated when you know there’s help out there? It falls under the “work smarter, not harder” mentality. Kind of a life lesson, huh? I take that same advice each morning and evening as I head…