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15 Ways to Save on Gas

Summer is the perfect season to go on a road trip and explore the country. With gas prices approximately 15 percent higher than they were at the same time last year, CAA is reminding drivers that there are plenty of ways to save on gas. Here are 15 of them… July 29, 2019

Summer Tips for Pet-loving Drivers

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Going on a road trip—no matter how long—with your best four-legged friends can be really fun and make for a memorable adventure. It’s way better and cheaper than leaving them at home with a pet sitter or bringing them to a local boarding facility until you get back. That being …July 25, 2019

How Much Does A/C Affect Fuel Consumption?

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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 …July 25, 2019

At-fault Accident Driving a Loaner: Don’t get Stuck with a Huge Bill

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Your car is at the garage and, in the meantime, you’ve been given a loaner (“courtesy car”). You declined to take the accident coverage (known as the “collision deductible waiver”) because you didn’t think it was necessary. But, on the way home, you had an accident involving the truck ahead …July 12, 2019

Hot Weather Tips to Protect Your Car This Summer

Tips & Advice: Protect your car

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 …July 10, 2019

These Body Care Products are Bad for Your Car

Tips & Advice: Protect your car

Summer has arrived and that means plenty of sunshine, fun activities and, yes, mosquitos. It’s a good thing for your body and your physical health to use products like sunscreens, hand sanitizers and insect repellents, but here’s the thing: Your car probably hates them. You see, the chemicals they contain …June 14, 2019

Apple CarPlay Gets Massive Overhaul, New Functions

Apple CarPlay, which can be found in a growing list of new vehicles to provide a more intuitive infotainment experience for users, has just received its most important redesign since debuting in 2014. The tech giant offered a presentation yesterday at its annual World Wide Developers Conference in San Jose, …June 4, 2019

Endorsement 27: Coverage for Damage to Vehicles You Don't Own

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This advertorial is brought to you by Groupement des assureurs automobiles (GAA) Do you sometimes borrow or rent a vehicle? You can be insured! You can add additional coverage, known as an endorsement, to your auto insurance policy that will cover you for damage to a borrowed or rented vehicle …May 17, 2019

Vezo 360, a Smart 4K Dashcam with Drowsiness Detection

In order to prevent thousands of road accidents caused by drowsy driving, a Korean-based tech startup called ArVizon recently launched a smart 360-degree dashcam with available artificial intelligence that can detect signs of fatigue behind the wheel and immediately alert drivers. The Vezo 360's proprietary sensor technology constantly tracks the …May 10, 2019

Major Android Auto Redesign Coming This Summer

Just how important is Android Auto when it comes to buying a new car or truck? We know for a fact that many customers base their decision on connectivity features and technologies like the infotainment system. And a lot of them prefer to use Google’s interface than the ones offered …May 7, 2019

Why is My Insurance Premium Going Up?

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This advertorial is brought to you by the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) You’re a good driver. You haven’t had any accidents. And yet, your insurance premium is going up. Why? Claims have gone up, as has the cost of auto repairs, over the past several years. With more claim …April 22, 2019

The Future of Car Cockpits as Seen by Hyundai

Let’s forget about fully autonomous vehicles for one minute and wonder: what will car interiors look like in the near future? The fancy concepts unveiled at auto shows offer a cool glimpse, for sure, but for a more realistic view we can turn to Hyundai , which has just revealed …April 3, 2019

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