Category: winter driving

Jan 10 2014 January 10, 2014 March 5, 2017 7Comments by Scott Marshall

How much should you clear off?

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I know we’re in a hurry these days, or so it seems. We tend to exaggerate how long things will take us to complete so we cut corners and take chances. The reality is that these chances can affect us and those around us more than we may think. This is certain when it comes…

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Jan 05 2014 January 5, 2014 March 5, 2017 NoComment by Scott Marshall

Winter driving “don’ts”

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Growing up we would constantly hear from our parents all the things we couldn’t do. Don’t eat without washing your hands, don’t chew with your mouth open and don’t talk with your mouth full of food. As we become adults it’s apparent there are some drivers who need a list to remind them of what…

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Jan 02 2014 January 2, 2014 January 25, 2021 NoComment by Scott Marshall

Should rental cars have winter tires?

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I recently had to rent a vehicle while another driving instructor borrowed my training vehicle. He needed the dual brake control in the vehicle and I wasn’t using my training vehicle so we switched vehicles. He got my car and I got his rental vehicle. To some people they like it when they rent a…

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Dec 12 2013 December 12, 2013 November 10, 2020 NoComment by Scott Marshall

All-season tires, winter tires or all-weather tires?

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For many years there has been a debate whether all-season tires are just as good as winter tires. Many years ago we used to call the winter tire the snow tire. Most tire companies fail to offer a snow tire any longer. The winter season not only brings snow and ice, but also cold temperatures….

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Sep 26 2013 September 26, 2013 September 26, 2013 3Comments by Scott Marshall

The benefits of winter tires are…

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It’s getting to that time of the year; winter. I know that autumn has just started, but now’s the time to begin thinking about winter tires. Are you the type of driver who changes tires depending upon the season you’re in? You should and it can actually save you money and aggravation. One of the…

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Jan 29 2013 January 29, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Can you learn by your mistakes?

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There’s an old saying that I know we’ve all heard before. Actually, I’m pretty sure there’s more than one old saying, but this one is a good one. I’m referring to “I learn by my mistakes”. I’ve learned many things by my mistakes. More importantly, I’ve learned what not to do many times over. That’s…

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Jan 24 2013 January 24, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Start spreading the news….

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April 2013 marks 25 years as a driving instructor with Young Drivers of Canada. It’s quite a milestone in my eyes, but I never thought I would accomplish as much as a driving instructor as I’ve done thus far. When I began in 1988 I had a love of driving and of cars. I also…

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Dec 30 2012 December 30, 2012 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Sometimes it’s better to give than take

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We’ve all learned as kids to share things and work together with others. For those who play team sports, you’ve learned the same things from your coaches. Quite often, we can benefit by working together as opposed to working as individuals. The same can be said while driving. But, how can you work together with…

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