Finding a trusted automotive repair shop

Faith in others can seem tough at times. There’s an old saying “If you want something done right, do it yourself.” That may be the case in many things, but with the ever changing motor vehicle, that’s not always the case. To the vehicle owner, finding that qualified automotive repair shop and technician that you…



Windshield wipers up or down…the debate continues

Over the course of our driving history, there have been many debates. Winter tires versus all-season tires, gasoline versus diesel, all-wheel drive versus front wheel drive and so on. Over the past few years another debate has reared its ugly head – windshield wipers up versus windshield wipers down before the snow/ice storm hits. When…



Backup cameras are evolving

Modern technology is all around us. It’s in our homes, our places of work, our society and in our vehicles. There can be up to 25 sensors in modern vehicles which help the driver remain safe on the roads. However, some vehicles may not have all of the up-to-date features. Take for example the backup…



Car leasing vs buying used cars: which works for you best?

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver. When it comes to making plans to purchase your next car there are more options than ever to choose from but two of the most popular choices are buying a second-hand car, or going for a car lease on a new car – so which works…



Staying safe when the highway gets your vehicle down

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.   Breaking down on a busy road is every driver’s worst nightmare. As well as putting you at risk, a disaster like this could cause a significant pile up. Yet, you can guarantee that, if you do break down, it’s going to happen somewhere you wish…



Alternatives to drinking and driving….and why you need them

For many people, getting together with friends and family to celebrate and have a few drinks is pretty common. Whether the celebration is for New Year’s Eve, Christmas, birthdays. Anniversary’s or just days that end in the letter “y”, they need to realize planning should be in the cards before the celebration begins. It’s actually…



Motorcycles Can Get Way Uncool If You Let Them

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver The appeals of owning and riding a motorcycle are rather easy to understand. It allows for an exhilarating experience that cars simply can’t compete with, it’s often cheaper, and it’s simply cool. But there are a few lessons that most motorcyclists are quick to learn. There…



Tips for Safe Driving

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver Whether you are an experienced driver or you are just about to get your driving license, safety should be your top priority. Being too safe is impossible especially in winter when bad weather can totally change the way your brakes and wheels behave. Modern cars are…