Features and Tips

Features and TipsBlinded by the Light: 5 Tips to Drive Safely in the Sun
Whether they are rigorously scheduled or spontaniously improvised, road trips are always fun. During their summer vacations, many Quebecers want to hit the road looking for new adventures, but they should always do it as safely as possible. There’s nothing like sunshine, right? Yes, but driving while blinded by the …
Features and TipsHow Useful Is the Start-Stop Technology?
Technologies are everywhere in modern vehicles, but they were not all created equal. Some are far more useful than others and can have a big impact on performance and handling. The device we will focus on today is the idle start-stop, a system designed to reduce fuel consumption. With the …
Features and TipsWhat Maintenance Work Is Required After 100,000 km?
Many people wonder if they should sell their car or maintain it to make it last longer, and it’s understandable given the significant increase in used cars' values since the pandemic. With more and more people working from home and the high fuel prices, we don’t use our vehicles the …
Features and Tips5 Advantages of Buying OEM Parts
Maintaining your vehicle, whether it’s used or brand-new, is an important thing to do. But in these times of inflation and high fuel prices, many owners are tempted to take shortcuts and skip a few visits to the garage. Others decide to buy cheaper replacement parts, hoping they will last …
Features and TipsHow Dangerous is it to Use Regular Instead of Premium Fuel?
Gas prices being what they currently are, many motorists are wondering just how useful filling up with premium fuel really is. This is normal. Other people are questioning the potentially harmful effects of low-octane gas. So, let’s try to address the issue described in this article’s title with the three …
Features and TipsAll-Wheel Drive: Do You Really Need It?
Whether you’re looking for a pre-owned or a brand-new vehicle, you might be wondering if an all-wheel drive is relevant for you or not. While some think it’s a staple nowadays, others can easily live without it. Of course, these systems drive the price up and add to the vehicle’s …
TechnologyWhat Is Honda's Magic Seat?
Honda ’s engineers are not wizards, but they were still able to design a wonderfully versatile and convenient back seat that they've called “Magic Seat”. The name is sometimes used to refer to the Odyssey minivan third-row seats that fold into the floor in a jiffy, but generally, the real …
Mechanical5 Ways to Prevent Your Engine From Overheating
A vehicle’s engine can be affected by heat at any time when it operates in difficult conditions, during a heat wave for example. The engine bay can quickly become like an oven, and if you keep driving while your engine is overheating, permanent damage could occur. In a recent article, …
Features and TipsCan You Tow With an Electric Vehicle?
Are you thinking about getting rid of your gas car or pickup and transitioning towards electrical power? If so, you should read our article titled Things to Know Before Buying a Used Electric Car , it will help you make a better decision. With summer in full swing, many people …
Features and Tips6 Handy Car Accessories
There are a lot of handy car accessories that can make your life easier and your trips more enjoyable, whether it’s to the office, or to your favourite vacation spot. Let’s take a look at some items that might be worth your consideration. 1. Solutions for the Trunk Do you …
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