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Ice Safety Guide (updated)

January 4, 2023 By CRS Automotive

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It’s not unusual for Canadians to go out to a frozen lake in the winter, right? Get some peace and quiet, enjoy the fresh air, rest from your phone… But are you sure you know what to expect and what to do if something unexpected happens? Read on! When going out on a lake for ice fishing, skating, or even snowmobiling, you should prepare yourself as much as possible to avoid going through the ice and having to deal with thin ice. Here are some dos and don’t’s: The first tip to walking on ice safely is to never go out on the ice alone. Go out with another person and keep a good distance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Car Kits, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Safety Tips, Winter Car Care Tagged With: Canada, Car Kits, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario, Safety Tips, Winter Car Maintenance, Winter Driving Tips

How to Survive Driving a Car with No A/C in the Heat (updated)

October 3, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cuGEXJ8D4Xo Last week we wrote about how to help your car survive the summer heat, but now it’s time to take care of drivers. As you can imagine, air conditioning has become a necessity in most people's lives–whether in the household or a vehicle. There are people so used to it, i.e. spoiled, that they refuse to leave their living quarters in high temperatures if there is no air conditioning outside. But, believe it or not, people have managed to live without this piece of modern technology before, especially in their cars. If you are one of those who still … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Ontario, CA, Safety Tips, Trusted Mechanic Cambridge, ON, Trusted Mechanic Hamilton Tagged With: Hamilton Ontario, Mechanic Hamilton, Safety Tips, Summer Driving Tips

Pros and Cons of Different Car Wheel Types (updated)

August 10, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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If you own a car, you know that wheels are as important as the tires mounted on them. They play a significant role in the way your car behaves on the road – when it comes to speed, braking, fuel economy, overall vehicle lifespan, as well as the look of your car. But, how to choose the right type for your precious vehicle among so many out there? Worry not, we are here to shed some light on the matter and help you out in the process. The first thing to consider when it comes to car wheels is the material they are made of. Usually, car wheels are made of chrome, aluminum, or alloy – a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Auto Repair, Cambridge, ON, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Safety Tips, Wheels Tagged With: Auto Repair, Car Maintenance, Car Wheels, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario, Safety Tips

6 Quick tips for dealing car interior (updated)

May 8, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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We understand how important your car’s interior is. Our car interior detailing tips can help keep it in prime condition. After all, you want a car that not only runs well but also looks like it just came from the dealer. Did you know that an average American spends 293 hours driving per year? Canadians are probably not too far behind. This little stat tells us two things. Here’s the first. A large chunk of your life unfolds behind the wheel. Quite a lot of action – eating, drinking, sweating, struggling, sleeping, having fun – unfolds in that comfy vehicle you call your second … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton Tagged With: Car Interior, Car Maintenance, Car Wash, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario

Bumper-to-Bumper: Dangerous Driving (updated)

March 16, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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Many things get annoying while driving and increase stress, like taking phone calls while driving, speeding in a school area, taking a turn without giving the signal, but one of the most annoying things is when you are in the middle of bumper-to-bumper traffic. Read more about the dangers of bumper-to-bumper driving below and how to protect yourself (and your car). What is bumper-to-bumper driving? Bumper-to-bumper traffic occurs when vehicles are packed tightly close to each other on a road. Bumper-to-bumper happens when vehicles have no choice, or voluntary choose to drive, so close to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Auto Repair, Cambridge, ON, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Safety Tips Tagged With: Auto Repair, Brake Light, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario, Safety Tips

13 Fuel-Efficient Driving Techniques

January 10, 2022 By CRS Automotive

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Driving in a fuel-efficient manner is good not only for your car and other traffic participants, but also for your wallet and the environment. Yes, the Carbon Tax also gets the latter two points across, but every individual must be willing to go through with the change in order for it to be successful. In that sense, adjusting our driving habits can go a long way. With modern cars, you are already driving more fuel-efficiently as they cave certain features and capabilities previously unavailable and nature-friendly. However, that in itself is not enough. Here is how to save fuel when … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Carbon Tax, CRS Automotive, Driving Tips, Safety Tips, Tires, Trusted Mechanic Cambridge, ON, Trusted Mechanic Hamilton Tagged With: Canada, Car AC System, Car Air Condition, Car Tires, Carbon Emissions, Carbon Tax, CRS Automotive, Driving Tips, Fuel Economy, Mechanic Hamilton, Safety Tips

4 Best Apps for car maintenance (updated)

December 19, 2021 By CRS Automotive

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It’s safe to assume that every driver nowadays has a smartphone, right? But how many of you are actually using your phone to enhance your driving experience and take care of your car? If you are slacking in this department, we are here to help you. We give you the 4 best car advice apps! Car maintenance apps every car owner should try They say there is an app for literally everything, and a casual browse or quik search through the more popular app stores would seem to indicate that this is true. Even car maintenance, an admittedly complex subject, and one that many people feel … [Read more...]

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Highway Car Breakdown: Dos and Dont’s (Infographic)

February 3, 2020 By CRS Automotive

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It’s never pleasant to have your car broken down on the side of the road - especially a highway. You can’t just stop to repair a punctured tire, you may not even be able to call for help depending on your location. Take a look at the infographic to see what you should and what you should never do in such a situation. Should you have any issues with your car or just want a regular checkup, come to our repair shops in Hamilton. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Auto Repair, Cambridge, ON, Car Kits, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Safety Tips Tagged With: Auto Repair, Car Kits, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton Ontario, Infographic, Safety Tips

Best (and Worst) Cities for Driving in Canada

January 27, 2020 By CRS Automotive

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Driving can be stressful no matter where you are in Canada. Even though some Canadians think they have it worse, on the world-wide stage the best places for drivers are in Canada. The best driving cities in Canada are actually the best in the world. A new report by Mister Auto ranked 100 cities from around the world to figure out which were the best and worst cities for drivers in 2019. It turns out that no fewer than 3 Canadian cities are some of the best driving cities in the world. From infrastructure and congestion, to driver behavior, driving and parking costs, their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Driving Tips, Hamilton Tagged With: Canada, Driving Tips, Fuel Economy, Hamilton Ontario, Total Cost of Ownership

Car Corrosion: The Hazard of Road Salt

December 16, 2019 By CRS Automotive

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It’s common knowledge that snow and icy road conditions can cause car accidents. That is also why salt is used on the roads, since it helps to melt snow and ice, but it also provides some extra traction when combined with sand. That is why washing your car in the midst of winter is important aside from it looking clean, but also in order to remove the salt that accumulates. Cleaning road salt from your car’s surface is the best practice to help prevent rust damage. Brake lines are typically another of the areas affected, so having them checked frequently is important. Road salt is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Advice, Cambridge, ON, Car Maintenance, Driving Tips, Hamilton, Winter Car Care Tagged With: Car Maintenance, Car Washing, Corrosion, Hamilton Ontario, Winter Car Maintenance, Winter Driving Tips

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