Planning for winter driving? What standard car winter pack should include?
The weather in Canada can be fickle, especially in the winter, and it may throw you off when you’re on the road. Even if you’ve done your bit by fitting good winter tyres and driving extra cautiously throughout the winter months, a snow-covered street might have its mind. When you’re out on the road, anything […]
Ignoring Your Responsibilities as a Driver: How Distraction and Impairment Increase Driving Risk?
It’s the middle of the lunchtime rush hour. You’re travelling from one meeting to the next, grabbing a short lunch along the way and listening to the radio for a lovely song. You intend to drive in a polite and law-abiding manner. Then your phone rings, or perhaps an app sends you a notification. Should […]
5 Winter road mistakes to avoid: Tips to tackle winter roads like a Pro
When the winter weather turns out badly, drivers face a slew of new challenges in addition to the everyday safety risks they face. Winter brings its own set of issues, the most notable of which being snow and ice. According to the Canadian Department of Transportation, around one-fourth of all weather-related collisions occur on snowy […]
Winter Driving: Prepare Yourself & Your Car For Winter
Driving in the winter can be a terrifying experience. Snow, minimal visibility, ice on the roadway, and icy weather will cause your car to break down or make travel difficult. According to the Department Of Transportation, about 17% of all car accidents occur during the winter, indicating that people aren’t taking winter driving seriously enough. […]