Electric vehicles are an unknown to a lot of people even today - you wonder how far it can travel, how everything works, what maintenance is like, and of course, how much it costs. With winter closing in, one of the questions most frequently asked about cars powered by electricity is also How well can they stand harsh winter conditions (especially in Canada). Take a look at our new infographic for the answer to this question. If you have any issues with your car, or just want to do a checkup, come to our repair shops in Hamilton and Cambridge, … [Read more...]
How to Tell Your Car Needs Alignment (Infographic)
Regular car maintenance is a must if you want to avoid vehicle malfunctions and road accidents, and one of the things to pay attention to certainly is alignment. It can be caused by a variety of things - potholes, curbs, worn suspension, problems with the steering system, etc. During a visual check of your car, you can even spot the signs of misalignment by simply looking at your tires, but the feel of the car itself during the drive is a tell-tale sign that something is wrong. However, leave the diagnosing to pros, and drive your car over to your trusted mechanic for a check-up the moment you … [Read more...]
10 Spring Car Care Tips (Infographic)
You have survived the winter and so has your car, but now it needs some TLC to bounce back into the automotive pet you know and love. After the harsh Canadian winter - and with the first rays of sunshine - it’s up to you to roll up your sleeves and get to work. Wash the exterior, clean the interior, check all the systems that tend to suffer the most in the winter and your car will not only be grateful - so to speak - but you will be able to fully enjoy all it can offer. Take a look at our new infographic to get the 10 essential spring car care tips and get to work. Or you could just … [Read more...]
When Should You Take Off Your Winter Tires?
Spring is slowly showing its face and aside from the drivers who couldn’t wait for the snow and mud to go away, their cars must be ecstatic as well. They’d tell you so themselves - IF they could talk. A little more time and gone will be the dangers of cold weather - corrosion, tire pressure fluctuation, dead battery, thickening fluids, wiper malfunction, leakage and increased fuel consumption. Gone will be slippery and ice-covered roads and heavy tires to go tackle them will be ready to be taken off. But when should you take off your winter tires and go with the all-season or summer ones? Stay … [Read more...]
How to Drive Safely in the Winter
Winter is a particularly tricky time for driving, especially in Canada. Weather conditions tend to be harsh – with temperatures dropping very low, a lot of snow and ice piling up on the road and vehicles and strong, bone-chilling wind, among other winter delights. As much as it all affects you as a driver, always have in mind that winter weather affects your vehicle as well. If you have a misbehaving vehicle, then your job as a driver becomes even more difficult, because as much as you possess the necessary skills to be a safe winter driver, your car might not let you execute every action you … [Read more...]
November Is the Perfect Time to Prepare Your Car for Winter Weather (Infographic)
In order to be able to enjoy driving your car during the winter, you need to make sure it runs as it should. It stopping in the middle of a snowflurry and freezing cold weather is not an option, so make sure your automotive pet is in good condition. November is the perfect time to prepare your car for winter weather and here is how to do it. Some things you can do on your own, but to be completely sure your car functions properly during the fast-approaching winter, come to your trusted mechanic here at CRS Automotive. We are expecting … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Car Survive Summer Heat
Summer heat is great for some things in life – lounging by the sea, working on your tan and having barbeques in between – but rest assured that your car does not share the sentiment. Especially if left in the scorching sun. Most drivers are aware that cold weather affects cars and that they should prepare their vehicles for winter weather every year, but rare are those who do the same when it comes to summer. Mind you, summer heat can be a formidable adversary to every vehicle, so drivers must be diligent in preparing their cars for surviving the summer heat. Here is how to do … [Read more...]
5 Ways Hot Weather Affects Your Car (Infographic)
Elevated summer temperatures can be as hard on your vehicle as on you. The difference is that cars usually either complain, but without attracting much of the driver’s attention or cannot complain until it’s far too late and they just stop when you least need them to. Therefore, to better understand what heat does to your automotive pet, take a look at our new infographic! Be absolutely sure your car doesn’t let you down this summer or anytime in the future. Come to CRS Automotive repair shops in Hamilton today! We are located only 4 min walking South West of Tim Hortons Field and 4 … [Read more...]
Winter Tires vs. All-Season Tires (Infographic)
Ladies and gentlemen, winter has come! For better or worse, it’s time for you - conscientious drivers - to change tires on your cars. However, since many of you are torn between replacing your all-season tires for the winter ones, we are here to solve this problem for you. Take a look at our new infographic and see when, where and why you should use winter tires as opposed to all-season tires. Think of your safety and choose your tires wisely. If you have any further mechanical issues, bring your car to us. Visit us today - our auto repair shop is in … [Read more...]
Why Do You Need Winter Tires?
Winter is almost upon us! Note: if you need consultation regarding buying new car tires in Hamilton, visit our auto service shop. Our licensed and experienced mechanics can help. … [Read more...]
