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How Covid-19 is effecting our services.



We are still here to service your vehicles. Covid-19 has affected all businesses but essential services will stay running. We are an essential service. Here is what we're doing during these difficult times. Our customers are very important to ...

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Categories: safety Covid-19

Potholes, potholes and more potholes!

Our 'freeze / thaw' cycles are brutal on our roads.



It happens every spring... Are you prepared for dodging all those craters on our roads? With the freeze and thaw stages of our Alberta winters, our roads take quite a beating. When the snow and ice melt, the water gets into the cracks and crevices ...

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Distracted driving?

Be safe behind the wheel



Distracted driving is STILL a big problem in Alberta. Sadly, thousands of violations are handed out every year, even with all the messages out there! The penalty for distracted driving in Alberta is a $287 fine and 3 demerit points.  Please be safe ...

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Are you ready for winter?

Winterize your vehicle



Guess what? It's coming again... Get ready, winter is almost here in Alberta. If you've lived here for a while, you'll know that it can happen quickly so be prepared, as much as possible. Here are some tips to help you get through it safely. ...

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Vehicle Inspections

Do you need one?



The many reasons you might get a  vehicle inspection There are a few types of vehicle inspections - Peace of Mind, Holiday, Purchasing a New Vehicle and Out of Province. Are you a little confused about what kind of inspection your vehicle needs? ...

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Tips to Reduce Your Chance of Hitting Wildlife

Be aware of your surroundings



Defensive driving also means looking out for animals! Living in Alberta means gorgeous nature, beautiful summer weather, great sport teams, and dealing with wildlife on our roads. Every hour in Canada there are roughly six to eight wildlife collisions. ...

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Vehicle Safety Tips

Keep Your Family Safe With These Car Safety Tips



Cars are a huge part of our day-to-day lives. They get us to where we want to go and keep you and your family safe along the way. Here are a couple of great vehicle safety tips that most people tend to overlook.    Car Seats According ...

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The Essential Road Trip Packing List

Don't Set Out on Your Road Trip Unprepared!



Road Trip season is officially here! Who else is excited? The key to a successful road trip is of course is smart planning, and we are here to help!    A Map of Some Kind Whether it's a smart phone or a good ole' fashioned map the key ...

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Summer Car Care

How to keep your car running best in hot summer months



Summer is most people's favorite season - especially for driving!  That being said, your car should be your first priority before you head out on the road. Summer weather can wreak havoc on your vehicle and that's the last thing you ...

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Government Cracking Down on "Phantom Vehicles"

Make sure your car's headlights are on!



Vehicle lights should be on in low light situations - ALWAYS!   A collection of upcoming federal government safety and security standards intend to lower the variety of vehicles driven on Canadian roadways during the night without their headlights ...

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