Driving in a fuel-efficient manner is good not only for your car and other traffic participants, but also for your wallet and the environment. Yes, the Carbon Tax also gets the latter two points across, but every individual must be willing to go through with the change in order for it to be successful. In that sense, adjusting our driving habits can go a long way. With modern cars, you are already driving more fuel-efficiently as they cave certain features and capabilities previously unavailable and nature-friendly. However, that in itself is not enough. Here is how to save fuel when driving … [Read more...]
4 Best Apps for car maintenance (updated)
It’s safe to assume that every driver nowadays has a smartphone, right? But how many of you are actually using your phone to enhance your driving experience and take care of your car? If you are slacking in this department, we are here to help you. We give you the 4 best car advice apps! Note: Are you in need for car maintenance? Schedule your appointment or just come to our auto repair shop in Hamilton. Our licensed and experienced mechanics can help. Car maintenance apps every car owner should try They say there is an app for literally everything, and a casual browse or quik search … [Read more...]
Highway Car Breakdown: Dos and Dont’s (Infographic)
It’s never pleasant to have your car broken down on the side of the road - especially a highway. You can’t just stop to repair a punctured tire, you may not even be able to call for help depending on your location. Take a look at the infographic to see what you should and what you should never do in such a situation. Should you have any issues with your car or just want a regular checkup, come to our repair shops in Hamilton. We are located only 3 min driving South West of Little Rays Reptile Zoo and Nature Centre and 4 min driving South West of Hamilton Indoor Go Karts. … [Read more...]
Best (and Worst) Cities for Driving in Canada
Driving can be stressful no matter where you are in Canada. Even though some Canadians think they have it worse, on the world-wide stage the best places for drivers are in Canada. The best driving cities in Canada are actually the best in the world. A new report by Mister Auto ranked 100 cities from around the world to figure out which were the best and worst cities for drivers in 2019. It turns out that no fewer than 3 Canadian cities are some of the best driving cities in the world. From infrastructure and congestion, to driver behavior, driving and parking costs, their … [Read more...]
Do Electric Vehicles Work Well During Winter? (Infographic)
Electric vehicles are an unknown to a lot of people even today - you wonder how far it can travel, how everything works, what maintenance is like, and of course, how much it costs. With winter closing in, one of the questions most frequently asked about cars powered by electricity is also How well can they stand harsh winter conditions (especially in Canada). Take a look at our new infographic for the answer to this question. If you have any issues with your car, or just want to do a checkup, come to our repair shops in Hamilton and Cambridge, … [Read more...]
How to Tell Your Car Needs Alignment (Infographic)
Regular car maintenance is a must if you want to avoid vehicle malfunctions and road accidents, and one of the things to pay attention to certainly is alignment. It can be caused by a variety of things - potholes, curbs, worn suspension, problems with the steering system, etc. During a visual check of your car, you can even spot the signs of misalignment by simply looking at your tires, but the feel of the car itself during the drive is a tell-tale sign that something is wrong. However, leave the diagnosing to pros, and drive your car over to your trusted mechanic for a check-up the moment you … [Read more...]
Reduce Carbon Footprint While Driving
With the Carbon tax officially being implemented in Ontario and the rest of Canada, it’s important for all of us to do what we can do reduce our carbon footprint in all areas of life, starting with driving. There are factors that affect fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. For one, when buying a car, you can choose a vehicle with the most fuel-efficient technologies. And then, once on the road, you can make a conscious choice to use fuel-efficient driving techniques. Stick with us to find out more. Before we go on, let’s recap on the Carbon tax. What is it? It’s a … [Read more...]
6 Car Smells You Need to Pay Attention to (Infographic)
Part of regular car maintenance and driving safety is paying attention to anything strange about your vehicle - be it weird noises when starting the car or during the drive, any vibrations out of place you or your passengers might notice or just smells you think are out of place. However, that is only the first step to solving the problem. The very next thing you need to do is take your vehicle to your trusted mechanic to check it out and do the necessary repairs before something bad happens. We give you 6 car smells you need to pay attention to. Take a look! If you notice your vehicle … [Read more...]
How to Adjust Car Mirrors (Infographic)
If you are driving a fairly new car model, you must have blind-spot detection - one that employs cameras and/or radar to scan behind the vehicle while backing up and the adjacent lanes while driving to improve safety. However, these expensive features are not available in a bit older car models, and even if they were, that doesn't mean you should rely only on them for driving safely. In that case, the good old rear and side view mirrors are the only options. Here is how to adjust them appropriately, so that you have a good view of your surroundings at all times. Come to CRS Automotive … [Read more...]
How Will Police Stop Self-Driving Cars?
As you know if you are a car buff, the automotive technology is constantly developing - and the car is evolving - bringing us significantly further from when it first appeared more than 100 years ago. Now we have not only cars running on electricity, but also smart ones - those that keep us connected with other people and in the know about the driving conditions in real time. And soon enough, people might not even be driving cars - with autonomous cars being developed by Tesla, Mercedes, Lexus, BMW and even Google as you read this. It’s an exciting time we live in, for sure, but it also raises … [Read more...]