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If you’ve got an automotive fan in your life, we’d love to help you find a suitable gift for them, especially if DIYing isn’t quite your thing. Not everyone likes cards, flowers, or chocolates, so we’ve put together a list of Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your special DIYer to help you find something they’d […]

Canadian winters can be unpredictable. Whether you’re on a regular commute or a first-time road trip, roadside emergencies can happen with little warning. To help you navigate unexpected situations on the road, we recommend putting together a winter car emergency kit. You may already have a few items in your trunk for emergencies. In the […]

Dealing with a dead car battery can be a real inconvenience. Your battery can die of something simple, like leaving the lights on for too long with the ignition off. (The reason you hear in the mall, “Licence plate LUVMYCR, your car lights are on.” Mall staff are trying to help your car battery!) In […]

Most car batteries last three to five years. But even with proper maintenance, your car battery can die unexpectedly. If you get stuck with a dead battery, follow these steps to boost your car battery back into action.

Many people choose the New Year to make plans for goals they’ve always wanted to accomplish. If you’re an automotive enthusiast, there’s no reason your New Year’s resolutions can’t include aspirations for your car. Check out our ideas for resolutions that will help you and your car start this year off on the right tire.

Canadian winters can be quite extreme in some parts of the country. In southern Ontario, for instance, temperatures can dip as low as -35˚C during a cold snap. For those who drive, the winter months can be a real test of endurance for your vehicle. If you’re browsing the market for a new vehicle, check […]

A dead car engine or battery is every driver’s worst nightmare, especially in the winter. Luckily, there are ways to keep these parts of your car warm to avoid having them fail on you when you need them most. Let’s look at how engine block heaters and battery blankets work to help you decide if […]