I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the media day at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto this year and as you’d expect, I ran straight to the Toyota booth. In the past, Toyota has been accused of being a little on the “safe” side of things (read: boring) but I can…
Getting a chip or crack in your windshield is an unpleasant yet common consequence of driving on public roads. Whether it’s a rock kicked up from another vehicle’s tires or getting caught in a hailstorm, taking care of windshield chips and cracks promptly is very important for continued safe operation of your car. Here’s everything…
Believe it or not, Christmas is rapidly approaching. But what are some gifts that’ll get a car guy or girl genuinely excited? It can be challenging to identify what’ll resonate with this unique type of person. Fear not! Most of the gearheads I know thrive in the summer, so a great Christmas gift that’s related…
Taking your car into a repair shop for routine maintenance or to have a concern diagnosed can be nerve wracking and anxiety inducing. At least that’s the way I was before I became an automotive technician. You don’t have to go through the years of schooling or spend thousands of dollars on tools like I…
Like most other car enthusiasts, I’ve looked for ways to justify buying and selling cool vehicles often. I thought that as long as I turn a profit, fixing up cars would be a great side hustle. So I did a bunch of research and unfortunately, it’s not quite that easy. 4 is the most common…
Rustproofing (or more specifically, oil spraying) is a pretty hot topic, especially at this time of year. Rust is quite possibly the most common killer of cars and trucks. If we can prevent or even slow down the rusting process, it might just mean that we can keep our beloved vehicles around a little while…
Winter is harder on your vehicle than any other season; the extreme cold, water freezing in the seals, and road salt are enough to drive any car owner to reconsider living where the air hurts their face. If you’re like me however, there’s too much to leave, so hunker down and we’ll come up with…
I’ve always been told that you should never tow a trailer without turning overdrive off first. If you ask online, you’re likely to get the same answer. Recently, I was bored out of my mind in the Canadian Prairies and decided to do a little test to see how it affects fuel economy. Typically, you…
Tinting the windows of your car offers many benefits. It gives you privacy, protects your interior from the sun, and keeps it cooler inside. It makes driving easier on your eyes and improves visibility. It also improves the exterior appearance of your car greatly. Table of contents Reasons Why You Should Tint Your Windows I’ve…
If you are anything like me, when the price of fuel skyrockets you’re sometimes left thinking “Maybe I could just take the bus”. You then come to your senses, fill up your tank and drive away, telling yourself there must be ways to make a full tank go further. Luckily, there is. Combining Eco driving…