My dealership posts an hourly labour rate of $145, but the actual rate to service the brakes on my 2019 Toyota Camry hybrid equates to $173. I am wondering if…
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Should you buy a new or used car?
If you’re in the market to buy a car, you likely have a good idea of what you want, starting with the body type (sedan, hatchback, crossover, SUV or pickup),…
Your guide to buying winter tires in Canada
For countless Canadians, winter driving can mean travelling in some of the harshest road and weather conditions on Earth—up to several months a year, depending on where you live in…
Should you buy an original or aftermarket catalytic convertor?
I’m the owner of a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle showing just 112,000 km on the odometer. The catalytic convertor needs to be replaced because it’s rusted out (no, it wasn’t stolen!).…
Best credit cards in Canada with free roadside assistance 2021
Add “roadside assistance” to the list that includes a plunger, first-aid kit and a screwdriver small enough to fix your sunglasses: “Things you don’t realize you need, until you need…
The best store credit cards in Canada right now
Creatures of habit, rejoice! Your loyal shopping behaviours may just pay off, big time. If you shop regularly at certain retailers, using a store credit card can help you to…
How not to overspend on your next car
Car-buying case study: Melissa and Dave A car is the second-largest purchase you’ll ever make in your life, and you’re likely to make it many times over. Yet, unlike the…