Tips & Advice: Protect your car

Many car owners wonder if they risk voiding the warranty by neglecting to do certain things or performing various modifications. That’s because manufacturers set a series of conditions and requirements that need to be met. Some are more obvious, like complying with the prescribed maintenance schedule, while others can be …

A few days ago, we gave you five tips to maintain your car in good shape in case you’re stuck at home instead of being physically at work. But what about those who own an electric vehicle ? What important things should they know about? What precautions should they take?

Social distancing, face masks and washing your hands are essential in times like these, but since many people have to drive to work or to the supermarket, having a clean car is seemingly just as important. Everything you touch on the outside and inside could allow the virus to spread.

As the whole world fights against the COVID-19 pandemic a.k.a. the coronavirus, the importance of air quality and disease control is on everyone’s mind. Once again, there’s an analogy to be made between humans and automobiles. Surely you know that a vehicle uses several filters to deliver optimum performance and …

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This advertorial is brought to you by Groupement des assureurs automobiles (GAA) . You contact a new insurer to find out if you can get a better-priced premium than the one you currently have. The agent you talk to mentions you have three accidents in your file … but what …

Using air conditioning in the summer is part of the daily routine of most drivers. However, it can have a significant impact on the vehicle’s performance. More specifically, refreshing the cabin with A/C increases fuel consumption by up to 20 percent because of the extra load on the engine, according …

Summer heat can have dangerous effects not just on humans and pets, but also on automobiles. Anytime temperatures exceed 30 degrees Celsius, the various components that make them work are seriously put to the test. In order to give your car a chance to survive those hot days without any …