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What Tools Should I Have in My Car?

December 16th, 2018 by

Picture this. You’ve just left a camping site and there’s an hour left on your trip home. It’s been a relatively rough drive through the wilderness, and then you hear a loud pop come from behind you. Yep, you just got a flat tire. You panic for a little bit and wonder what you’re going

How to Keep Your Car Healthy in Calgary

December 1st, 2018 by

One of the biggest challenges we face in Calgary is the harsh winters. Extreme cold and heavy snow make the daily grind of life that much more difficult to deal with. Despite that, we’re still able to safely navigate the blustery conditions and go about our daily lives. Whether that be dropping our kids off

Audi Maintenance Tips

November 1st, 2018 by

The Audi brand prides itself in making high quality, high performing cars. Each car is created with expert level craftsmanship, materials, and tools. With that said, Audi owners should realize how important it is to follow a proper maintenance schedule. For 2018, Audi provides two services: Minor Maintenance and Standard Maintenance. Owners will be expected

Volkswagen Maintenance Tips

October 1st, 2018 by

Adhering to your Volkswagen’s maintenance schedule is important for reaching the full lifecycle (we’ll consider a “full lifecycle” to be 10 years or 200,000 miles) of your vehicle. Their maintenance schedule requires most vehicles to be serviced every 10,000 miles. During these service dates, technicians examine, replace, and repair important parts that are unique to

Mercedes Benz Maintenance Tips

September 1st, 2018 by

Following a consistent maintenance schedule and adhering to the manufacturer’s recommendations is crucial for extending the life of your Mercedes Benz vehicle. They have two notable check-ups to stay aware of: Schedule A (10,000 miles) and Schedule B (20,000 miles). During each check-up, technicians examine, repair and replace important pieces of your vehicle. This ensures

BMW Maintenance Tips

August 1st, 2018 by

As with any vehicle, it’s important for car owners to follow the manufacturer’s recommended service schedule. BMW, in particular, has two notable check-ups: Inspection I and II. During these check-ups, BMW technicians evaluate, test and repair your BMW to make sure that it is healthy and ready to go when you leave. But what happens

Preparing Your Car for Spring in Calgary

April 17th, 2018 by

Spring has sprung and it’s still cold… In most places, spring is a time to celebrate the weather getting warmer. After all, winter is finally over! In Calgary however, we are still feeling… a little bit cold. Residents here know that we should still expect snowfall well into the springtime, and we can’t really expect

The American Man Who Saved the Porsche 911

October 31st, 2017 by

The year 1980 was not a good one for Porsche. It was the first year in their existence that they didn’t turn a profit. The new, front-engined 924 and 928 models were not selling as well as Porsche thought they would and sales of the 911 had been dropping for more than a year. Because

What to Pack in an Emergency Kit

August 1st, 2017 by

We never expect to be in a situation where we would need an emergency kit, but this list of items can help ensure you’re prepared for any emergency that comes your way. Emergency Kit Neccessities First Aid kit. You can purchase a prepackaged first aid kit or put together your own. If you’re making your

Preparing your Vehicle for Winter Weather

December 22nd, 2016 by

With the temperatures dropping and colder weather moving in, now is the time to begin prepping your vehicle for the winter weather ahead. From rain to snow to ice, these weather elements can cause hazardous conditions on the road that can wreak havoc amongst drivers in unprepared vehicles. We want to make sure that you