Entries for category "car"

Drive safe and keep a few basic items handy in your car; you could find yourself getting back on the road quicker if you ever run into problems. See what your car kit should include.

Even the newest and best-maintained car can run into trouble on the road. From a flat tire to an overheating engine, there are a number of reasons you might find yourself stranded on the side of the road. Being prepared for such an event is the best way to ensure you – and anyone in your car – stay safe while changing a flat or awaiting...

Warmer days ahead mean one major thing on Canadian roads: construction.  While the presence of workers on the roads, closed lanes and detours may be frustrating to drivers who are trying to reach a destination on time, remember that they are doing an important job and have a short window in the spring and summer months to get it done.  Caution in construction zones is vital for the safety of the workers as well as for drivers...

There are multiple levels of traffic violations in Canada, and the severity of the charge can make a big difference in how your insurance rates are affected, as well as the legal impact of the infraction. Minor offences are the least serious and usually...

As the temperatures rise and the summer months approach, the urge to buy a new car can strike. Many dealers are clearing out old models to make room for the new model year, and that can mean some great deals. If you are heading out to shop...

Unfortunately, accidents involving pedestrians are all too common in Canada, and when a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle serious injuries and fatalities are likely. As with any accident, insurance companies must determine fault in the accident based on the facts of...

PRESS RELEASE: May 9, 2012 - Much of the information regarding car insurance available to consumers online, and especially by word of mouth, is exaggerated or completely untrue. How can drivers separate the truth from the myths? InsuranceHotline.com outlines the top five car insurance myths, and...

As the warmer months approach, cities are transformed by the vibrant colours of blooming flowers, and construction crews repairing the roads. Here are a few tips that will help you stay...