If you care about CO2 emissions and want to comply with the Carbon Tax as much as possible, it’s not enough to just drive an electric car or a hybrid vehicle, you ought to implement a whole lifestyle change. You can buy local produce and carry a reusable (cloth) bag, wear clothes for a few seasons and buy new appliances, insulate your home and shift to environment-friendly heating sources, etc. read our new blog post to find all the ways you can make your habits and actions matter. Food 1) Try to eat low on the food chain - mostly fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, and the like. … [Read more...]
Do Electric Vehicles Work Well During Winter? (Infographic)
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...]
10+ Quick Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint at Home (Infographic)
In the face of global warming changing the climate and the environmental policies, such as the Carbon tax, being rolled out worldwide, it’s upon every single one of us to change our habits and be more efficient with energy consumption and depleting the Earth’s resources. You can do that in many different ways - by changing your eating and food procurement habits, choosing and maintaining clothes differently, paying attention to the type of appliances in your house and how you use them, and of course, taking cleaner manners of transportation. Take a look at this infographic to see over 10 ways … [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...]
How Often Do You Change Your Car Air Filter?
The air filter in your car is a key component of the supply system. As the vehicle’s lungs, it prevents impurities from entering the engine and provides a steady flow of clean air. But when should you change the air filter? And why? Note: You will always find experienced and trustworthy licensed mechanics in our auto shop in Hamilton to guide you, if you are not sure if your car's air filter has to be changed. When the air filter in your car gets clogged or worn out, this affects the quality and quantity of the air going into your engine. The dirty air obstructs the combustion … [Read more...]
6 Car Smells You Need to Pay Attention to (Infographic)
Part of regular car maintenance and driving safety is paying attention to anything strange about your vehicle - be it weird noises when starting the car or during the drive, any vibrations out of place you or your passengers might notice or just smells you think are out of place. However, that is only the first step to solving the problem. The very next thing you need to do is take your vehicle to your trusted mechanic to check it out and do the necessary repairs before something bad happens. We give you 6 car smells you need to pay attention to. Take a look! If you notice your vehicle … [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...]
All About the Carbon Tax in Canada
As of April 1st, 2019, it’s no longer free to pollute in Canada. This comes after 2 years of the prime minister, Justin Trudeau - who cited international commitments to fight global warming - making it clear he would slap the tax on any of the 10 provinces that did not come up with their own plans by April 1st. In Ontario, Manitoba, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan, where any sort of carbon pricing scheme was steadfastly opposed, Ottawa will apply its carbon tax on fossil fuels - which starts at $20 per tonne of GHG emissions. In the provinces that already have other carbon pricing measures, … [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...]
What to Do If Trapped in a Snow Storm (Infographic)
There are at least a few things you can do to NOT get trapped into a snow storm at all - properly prepare your car for winter weather and make sure you are driving safely and in accordance with the conditions. However, should you nevertheless find yourself in the situation, here is what you need to do to make the experience as painless as possible. Take a look! Come to our repair shops in Hamilton today! Sources: https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safevehicles-safetyfeatures-winterdriving-index-693.htm https://crsautomotive.com/how-to-drive-safely-in-the-winter We are … [Read more...]
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