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Car Care Tips

A Bright Idea

Sunday 30th of November 2025

You've probably noticed how much easier it is to see when you're driving in the daytime as opposed to at night. It's one of the main reasons about half of all fatal vehicle accidents happen when it's dark. That's why it's important that your vehicle's h

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Round and Round (Wheel Balancing)

Sunday 23rd of November 2025

y're not, and if they're out of balance, they can reduce the lifespan of your tires, make your vehicle shake like a carni

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Don't Do It Yourself (Perils of DIY Vehicle Repair)

Sunday 16th of November 2025

Your vehicle is a complicated machine, and yes, it would be nice if you could take care of all of its problems yourself.  There was a time when vehicles were simpler and it wasn't too hard for a weekend mechanic to replace brakes, adjust a carburetor or perform

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Put the Brakes On! (Brake Caliper Replacement)

Sunday 9th of November 2025

drivers know a little about brake pads and rotors but maybe not so much about another brake component called the calipers. Disc brakes w

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Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)

Sunday 2nd of November 2025

More and more of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer.  A company by the name of HIS Markit recently released a report that shows the average age of light vehicles in the U.S. is now 11.8 years.Â

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Smooth Operator (Shocks and Struts)

Monday 27th of October 2025

ride. Thank your shocks and struts. The two parts are similar.  Some cars have shocks in the rear, and struts in the front.  Others have struts a

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For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Calgary)

Wednesday 22nd of October 2025

Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brak

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Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)

Sunday 12th of October 2025

ice.  But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine.

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