Are you a fan of tinted windows? Window tinting can be hazardous for drivers, as it impairs communication between drivers and pedestrians. This is true especially if a pedestrian is not able to establish eye contact with a driver as it can sometimes lead to dangerous situations. But what does the Ontario law state about window tinting? Take a look at the infographic to find out! For anything you need taken care of in your car, visit CRS Automotive in Hamilton and Cambridge, ON. We are expecting you! Get Your Appointment Contact … [Read more...]
Best (and Worst) Cities for Driving in Canada
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...]
20 Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint at Home
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...]
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...]
Is Carbon Tax Bad for Canadian Auto-Production?
The implementation of the Carbon tax throughout Canada has the Canucks paying more attention to CO2 emissions by turning to a cleaner way of life - using alternative sources of energy, cleaner fuels, tech that uses less energy or simply biking to work instead of driving (as if Canadians weren’t physical enough). So, by all accounts, it’s having a beneficial effect on people, but does that also go for the automotive industry? Is Carbon tax having a negative impact on the Canadian auto-production? Let’s examine. Note: You will always find experienced and trustworthy licensed mechanics in … [Read more...]
10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a New Car (Infographic)
Buying a car is going to cost you a pretty penny - you can’t escape that no matter how cheap a vehicle you end up purchasing. In fact, the rule is - the cheaper the car, the more it’s going to cost you to maintain it. Never mind if it doesn’t really fulfill your needs and requirements in the way you intend to use it. Therefore, before you buy a car, here are 10 basic questions to answer. We are in Hamilton - visit us … [Read more...]
Reduce Carbon Footprint While Driving
With the Carbon tax officially being implemented in Ontario and the rest of Canada, it’s important for all of us to do what we can do reduce our carbon footprint in all areas of life, starting with driving. There are factors that affect fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For one, when buying a car, you can choose a vehicle with the most fuel-efficient technologies. And then, once on the road, you can make a conscious choice to use fuel-efficient driving techniques. Stick with us to find out more. Before we go on, let’s recap on the Carbon tax. What is it? It’s a … [Read more...]
Loving the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix
If you’ve ever watched Formula 1, you know it’s not just about the races - it’s about a city coming alive with excitement. The Canadian Grand Prix (or Grand Prix du Canada in French) is an annual auto race held during the 2nd weekend in June since 1961 - but only since 1967 as part of Formula 1. The host is the City of Montreal, but only since 1978 (having moved from Mosport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario to Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Quebec before finally settling in Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on Notre Dame Island in Montreal). It’s the 7th race of the season and one that has seen Michael … [Read more...]
Energy Efficiency: Electric Vehicles vs. Fossil-Fuel Vehicles
For a while back, we’ve been seeing the ever so slight shift within the automotive industry - from fossil-fuel vehicles to the electric ones. The first and most obvious reason for this is humanity’s attempt to reduce its carbon footprint and preserve the environment. The second and third are that electric vehicles are easier to maintain and electric charging is cheaper. However, there is one more thing to consider here. Apparently, electric cars have significantly higher energy efficiency than cars with ICE engines. Let’s examine. Note: our auto service shop in Hamilton Ontario is … [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...]