5 things you need to know before buying a car

**As written for The Safe Driver.   Whether you’re buying new or used, buying a vehicle can be intimidating. Salespeople often try to pressure prospective buyers into leaving the lot with a car, so it’s important to prepare before visiting a dealership. Here’s what you need to know to make a well-informed, stress-free decision. Think…



Winter safe driving tips focused on new road safety campaigns

**As written for The Safe Driver.   A report by Water Down Collision revealed there is a 3.1% to 4.7% rise in car accidents during December and January, and a 49% increase in insurance claims, according to the Star. Driving a car in Canada during the winter season can be tricky due to blizzards and hailstorms…



What should you do after a car accident

**As written for The Safe Driver.   There are actions you might take after a car accident that could that hurt your chances of fair compensation if you are injured or suffer other losses. It is important to know what to say and do to protect your interests after a car accident. If you sustain…



If you’re dreaming of a classic car…

For years I’ve loved older vehicles. It was something one of my best friends and I had in common ever since we were teens. Going to car shows was something and is something we both love to do. That hasn’t stopped as the decades have passed. It’s actually fueled my passion for wanting a classic…



Why is short-term memory so important while driving?

With so much on the go these days, it’s a wonder we can focus on our driving each time we get behind the wheel. We’re often thinking about where we’re going, what we need to do when we get there or who we need to contact when we get there. The reality is, that can…



Consider a roadside assistance membership as insurance

There are a lot of things we do in society to protect ourselves from the surprises in our lives. Many will have life insurance, home or apartment insurance, vehicle insurance and other type of insurance. When it comes to driving, there is another form of insurance which many may ignore or assume they’ll never really…



Mustang GT: Fall colours are best seen blurred through the window

**As written for The Safe Driver.   Autumn is one of the prettiest times of year because nature is in a very visible state of transition — the fiery and earthy colours of the leaves changing are a beautiful fall tradition. For the lovers of muscle cars, it’s a great time to enjoy Toronto’s snow-free…



Labeling other drivers hurts you too

The experts say that in order to be avoid being negative you need to avoid being near negative people. I think there’s a lot of merit to that advice. In this day and time, we tend to notice things which may make us scratch our head and wonder why. The negative events which happen in…