Spring is slowly showing its face and aside from the drivers who couldn’t wait for the snow and mud to go away, their cars must be ecstatic as well. They’d tell you so themselves - IF they could talk. A little more time and gone will be the dangers of cold weather - corrosion, tire pressure fluctuation, dead battery, thickening fluids, wiper malfunction, leakage and increased fuel consumption. Gone will be slippery and ice-covered roads and heavy tires to go tackle them will be ready to be taken off. But when should you take off your winter tires and go with the all-season or summer ones? Stay … [Read more...]
What to Do If Trapped in a Snow Storm (Infographic)
There are at least a few things you can do to NOT get trapped into a snow storm at all - properly prepare your car for winter weather and make sure you are driving safely and in accordance with the conditions. However, should you nevertheless find yourself in the situation, here is what you need to do to make the experience as painless as possible. Take a look! Come to our repair shops in Hamilton today! Sources: https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safevehicles-safetyfeatures-winterdriving-index-693.htm https://crsautomotive.com/how-to-drive-safely-in-the-winter We are … [Read more...]
A Short History of Cars (Infographic)
The car is a relatively new invention for the human race, but once conceived, it has developed pretty quickly and continues to evolve as the time goes on. By the same token, the automotive industry itself has had major milestones - all worth mentioning and being aware of - from those in the manufacturing process, through the points of impact on the society to the individuals who influenced the industry. Stick with us to see a short history of cars! CRS Automotive is here through it all for you and your car. Come to our repair shops in Hamilton … [Read more...]
10 Long-Distance Winter Driving Tips
Winter is here and with it the holiday season, which means visiting family in the far-away hometown or just going away somewhere you can let your hair down and see and experience new things. (We may be biased, but we recommend coming to Hamilton or Cambridge, ON for a quick visit.) Moreover, if you’ve decided to drive there, then you have a whole other set of problems, especially considering the Canadian winter and all it brings. Very low temperatures, a lot of snow and ice on the road and on vehicles and strong, freezing wind - these are just some of the things to look forward to in winter. … [Read more...]
How to Drive Safely in the Winter
Winter is a particularly tricky time for driving, especially in Canada. Weather conditions tend to be harsh – with temperatures dropping very low, a lot of snow and ice piling up on the road and vehicles and strong, bone-chilling wind, among other winter delights. As much as it all affects you as a driver, always have in mind that winter weather affects your vehicle as well. If you have a misbehaving vehicle, then your job as a driver becomes even more difficult, because as much as you possess the necessary skills to be a safe winter driver, your car might not let you execute every action you … [Read more...]
Bertha Benz: The First Driver in the World
Do you know who invented the first car with an internal combustion engine? We assume that’s an easy question for all your car and history buffs out there. And the correct answer sure is – Karl Benz! Congratulations! But did you know that none of that would have even been possible if it wasn’t for one woman? That woman’s name is Bertha – Bertha Benz – Karl’s wife. This is her story. Bertha Benz was born on May 3rd 1849 in Pforzheim, Germany. While being an unmarried woman, she was free to invest her money freely, but several of those companies quickly failed. However, after … [Read more...]
5 Most Reliable Car Models
We can all agree that the most important thing in a car is that it gets you from point A to point B. However, when buying a car, one of the goals for most people is to choose one that will do that with the least amount of hassle. Another is that it does for as long as possible. In that sense, you can expand your car’s durability by maintaining it regularly and driving it reasonably, but why not get a head start by choosing a reliable vehicle to buy? Let’s see which 5 car models have earned the title RELIABLE. Note: You will always find experienced and trustworthy licensed mechanics in … [Read more...]
5 Maintenance Tips to Make Your Car Last Longer
Every time you buy a car, new or already used, one of the things going through your head must be how long you can expect to be driving it. As you may already be aware, the average lifespan of vehicles in Canada is over 10 years, 11.5, to be exact (and prolonging with each passing year). However, with new materials, manufacturing processes and technologies surfacing every few years, cars are becoming increasingly more durable – you just need the will and patience to dedicate to them. That is precisely one of the reasons why some people are still driving cars they bought 20 years ago, and are … [Read more...]
5 Tips for a Stress-Free Road Trip
In our previous blog post, you’ve had the chance to read about ways to survive driving a car with no A/C in the summer heat. And now, with the summer now nearing its end, heat strokes and dehydration are not there to get you every time you get in your car. So if you haven’t had the opportunity to get out of the city for a little road trip with your friends and family, it not too late. We are here for you with 5 tips for a stress-free road trip (if there even is such a thing). Keep reading! Note: You can bring your car anytime to our auto service shop in Hamilton if you you want to … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Car Survive Summer Heat
Summer heat is great for some things in life – lounging by the sea, working on your tan and having barbeques in between – but rest assured that your car does not share the sentiment. Especially if left in the scorching sun. Most drivers are aware that cold weather affects cars and that they should prepare their vehicles for winter weather every year, but rare are those who do the same when it comes to summer. Mind you, summer heat can be a formidable adversary to every vehicle, so drivers must be diligent in preparing their cars for surviving the summer heat. Here is how to do … [Read more...]
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