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What’s a Rebuilt Title and Other Answers You Need (updated)

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Are you wondering what’s a rebuilt title? If you’ve ever bought a used car in Hamilton or Cambridge Ontario, or you’re thinking about doing that and have started looking and gathering info, you may have heard that some cars come with a rebuilt title. The term might be self-explanatory, but it never hurts to know more, so keep reading to find all about what a rebuilt title is. A Rebuilt Title Explained A rebuilt title refers to a vehicle that had a salvage title and has then been restored to roadworthy condition. Salvage titles are issued for cars that have been damaged in a crash, … [Read more...]

What Maintenance Does an Electric Car Need? (updated)

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What 'electric car maintenance' in Hamilton Ontario?! One of the main benefits of owning an electric vehicle (EV), besides caring for the environment by not using gasoline, and emitting fumes into the atmosphere, is that it requires less of your time and money to ensure it runs smoothly. The initial cost of purchasing such a vehicle is still quite high, but it pays off in the long run. EVs have fewer moving parts than Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles, meaning they have fewer components that need regular checkups and repairs. Note: Our auto service shop in Hamilton Ontario … [Read more...]

4WD vs. AWD: What’s the Difference? (updated)

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What is the difference between 4WD vs. AWD, and where CR fits in? In this article, we delve into the similarities and differences and how to decide which suits your vehicle needs best. Traction is Vital in Canada (Hamilton Ontario) When buying a car in Hamilton Ontario, you have to expect to drive it in bad weather for most of the year, so you’d be remiss not to pay attention to how much traction is offered in the models you’re considering. Traction is critical because it determines how well your tires grip the road. When all 4 tires normally spin while you’re driving, your car moves … [Read more...]

Why Buy from an OMVIC-Certified Dealer? (updated)

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The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council licenses and regulates motor vehicle dealers in Ontario and administers the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) on behalf of the Minister of Consumer Services. Their goal is to maintain a fair, safe and informed marketplace by ensuring the registration of dealers and salespeople, inspecting dealerships, maintaining a complaint line for consumers, conducting investigations and enforcing the Act and its associated rules and regulations. Registration with OMVIC is mandatory for Ontario’s motor vehicle dealers and salespersons in Hamilton and the rest of the … [Read more...]

Niki Lauda: Born to Drive (updated)

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After famously cheating death in an 800-degree fireball in 1976, Niki Lauda passed away peacefully in his sleep in a hospital in Zurich, surrounded by family members in 2019. But who was the man who defied death and the odds to become one of the most legendary racing drivers of all time? Who was racing car driver Niki Lauda? Lauda’s death left the world without a man who gave so much to the sport of motor racing, who revolutionized it and brought joy to the fans. His bravery, his level-headedness, perseverance and ingenuity will be his legacy. Beginnings Andreas Nikolaus Lauda was … [Read more...]