What You Need To Know About Winter Tires
The cold weather is here and winter tires are required on many highways and the mountain passes of BC. Not only are good winter tires essential for your safety, but they are also the law on many routes from October 1st to March 31st. Do you have the right tires? Only three provinces in Canada, […]
Visiting a Classic Car Museum
Do you love classic cars? Do you always turn you hear when you see a beautifully restored and maintained vehicle on the road? The Okanagan is home to many car shows and show and shine exhibitions throughout the summer, which are great opportunities for collectors to show off their vehicles and for the rest of […]
Our Best 9 Okanagan Beaches
The Okanagan is known for having the hottest summer in Canada, and what better way is there to enjoy the heat than a day at the beach? The lakes of the Okanagan Valley are lined with beautiful beaches of all varieties. Your biggest decision on a sunny day may be which of our great beaches […]
Take a trip back in time to the Starlight Drive-In!
When was the last time that you went to a drive-in movie? Though they didn’t exist anymore? For many of us, they were everywhere when we were young, but are all but a memory now. There are just three left in BC, and one of them is here in the Okanagan. This summer, pick up […]
5 Must Do Road Trips from Kelowna
Are you looking for a great way to spend a day in the Okanagan this summer? What better way than a road trip? These five drives are all short, easy journeys that take in the beautiful scenery and treasures of the Okanagan! Pack a lunch and some snacks, put on some driving tunes and enjoy! […]
Winter Wiper Blades VS Summer Wiper Blades
It’s winter time and you know you need new wiper blades. Now you are faced with needing winter blades or summer blades. While summer blades can do the job in the Okanagan year round, there are some advantages to using winter blades. Here are the differences. Winter Wiper Blades Anti-clogging armor Winter blades are generally covered […]
Winter Tires In Kelowna
The Okanagan and Kelowna area roads can drastically change from one road to another in the winter. This is because of our mountains, trees and lakes. One section of the highway can be clear and dry while five minutes down the highway there could be a deadly patch of black ice waiting for you. Here is some […]
Understanding your transmission
Understanding your Transmission Problems Like any other machine, vehicles can break down. Regardless of the make or model every vehicle is prone to transmission issues a some point. With a variety of transmissions available today it sometimes becomes tough and confusing dealing with transmission issues. The following are some of the common issues that need watching and others causes […]
Solving Automotive Electrical Problems
This can be among the most frustrating and expensive to diagnose and repair and can lead to some major issues if not fixed immediately. But if you have access to a multimeter/voltmeter and rudimentary underhood knowledge, you might be able to diagnose—or even fix—these five common problems before you bring the car to a mechanic: […]
How to Troubleshoot Brake Problems
To check for brake problems, you step on the pedal and press it down while paying attention to how the pedal feels under your foot and evaluating the sensation. The following steps tell you what to feel for. Start your engine, but keep it in Park with the parking brake on. (If your vehicle doesn’t […]
