Pre-owned vehicles

For a student, buying a first car is a milestone. In order to avoid spending more time in the garage than in class, reliability and sturdiness should be priorities. The budget inevitably comes next; finding an affordable model with the lowest possible fuel consumption and reasonable maintenance is also crucial.

Did you know that it is mandatory to obtain the authorization from the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) before purchasing an adapted vehicle for a person with limited mobility? Even having equipment installed to adapt a vehicle requires permission from the SAAQ. If you have been in a …

The semiconductor shortage and other supply chain issues that have been lowering new vehicle inventories for several months have slowed depreciation considerably and drastically increased the value of used vehicles. The gap between the two has narrowed to the point where it's sometimes better to buy a brand-new model (not …

When looking for a good reliable used car, Japanese brands are often a good bet. And among these, Toyota stands out. The problem is that prices tend to be higher - even much higher - when compared to similar Korean or American models. Why do Toyota vehicles depreciate less quickly …

The Subaru Crosstrek (formerly XV Crosstrek) has been around since 2013 and it has been gaining in popularity especially since the launch of the second generation for the 2018 model year. Based on the same platform as the Impreza , but more spacious and rugged, it is a very popular …

Electronic vehicle theft is on the rise. Carjackers are taking advantage of the fact that more and more models are equipped with electronic key fobs. From outside your home, they simply use a wave scanner to detect the signal from the key, then create a copy in seconds. In other …

Are you getting ready to change your vehicle that's at the end of its life and ready for the scrap yard? Getting rid of that clunker would save on repair and maintenance costs, too. Let us tell you about a gesture that can make a difference for you and for …

An extended warranty on a used vehicle is like an insurance policy: if you never have to perform repairs, it's money down the drain, but when expensive work is required, you're thankful to be covered. Generally speaking, the relevance of the extended warranty depends on its duration, the items it …

In today's automotive era where inventories are tight, discounts and good deals on new cars can be hard to find. And this is also true for used vehicles. Consumers may be tempted to rush their search or skip steps in order to get their hands on a vehicle that appears …

The Acura RDX is a very popular compact luxury SUV in Quebec and the rest of Canada. The current third-generation model is more capable and sophisticated than ever, but also quite a bit more expensive than in the past. If you're considering a pre-owned model, a 2019 or 2020 model …