Owner Tips

Quick spin: Continental PureContact LS, General Tire Grabber A/Tx and G-MAX RS

Common car terms explained.

The ghost in the machine

Ensuring you're insured

Don’t skimp on CVT maintenance.

Cement dust and car dramas

Keep your warranty in full effect

Summer is coming!

And yes, you really should.

Some tips to keep your AWD vehicle ticking for the long haul.

Learning to look under the hood (and read the manual).

How to avoid a “wheel” mess.

A stitch in time saves... cash.

Luxury SUV owner shocked by maintenance costs.

Step away from the Shop-Vac.

Nesting rodents can cause havoc with your ride.

Don't let your car fall victim.

Specs, Fuel Economy and Ownership Costs

Pay a little now, or pay big later

Your ride’s quiet killers

Frayed wires, frayed nerves.

Roll back in style.

Tip 1: Don’t lose it.

The “battery reset” is a myth.

Bye bye, TDI.

All about shock-busting potholes.

Handy garage gear, on the cheap!

Three likely causes of A/C failure.

Light-footed driving can cause turbocharger problems.

Making sense of the forecourt.

Three pros talk top cleaners.

Double-check service records on used cars.

Even a reliable vehicle needs more than oil changes to keep it running safely

This month’s subject left a mess for his mechanic, and paid for it

No muss, no fuss.

Maintenance tends to suffer in winter, wheels and suspension on bumps in spring

"Changing your tune" can void your warranty

Should you get your car inspected?

This month’s subject wasted hundreds of dollars to try and fix a $60 problem on his own

When Should You Switch to Winter Tires in Canada?

This month’s story shows the potential importance of rust protection in Canadian vehicles

Warranties cover repairs – as long as drivers keep up with regular maintenance

The costs of un-dieseling

Talk it out with your mechanic (and a jug of coolant)

This month’s story proves it’s important to pay attention to warning lights on your dash

A look at the driving range of Canada’s bestselling rides after the low-fuel light comes on

So you're car is being recalled...

Why you shouldn’t ignore unusual sounds from beneath your ride, even if it’s a Honda.

Some ideas on properly equipping your garage for basic, intermediate and advanced work and detailing, where space is at a premium.

Dirty plugs nearly destroy V8.