Tips on car care

February 14, 2013

Brand new! "Driving Costs" calculator

You're thinking about buying a car and want to know what’s affordable. Or, you've narrowed your choices to two cars, but you can't decide which one is really the better deal. Or, you’re tr...

January 30, 2013

AirCare’s future is up in the air

Emissions: Last year about 39,000 vehicles failed inspection, a drop from earlier years If you own a 2006 or older passenger vehicle and live in the Fraser Valley you’ll also be getting a simil...

December 18, 2012

Does BCAA offer auto insurance? Yes we do.

As one of BC’s largest providers of car insurance for over 40 years, we are often surprised when people still ask “Does BCAA sell car insurance?” The reality is that car insura...

November 05, 2012

Protect your vehicle from the wear and tear of winter driving

Snow, sleet and rain are some of the challenging conditions we experience when driving in our province. On many B.C. highways, these conditions only intensify in the winter, leading to wet, slushy and...

June 26, 2012

Eight tips to avoid a mechanical “meltdown”

Hot temperatures can turn a summer getaway into an unplanned detour and unwanted expense if your vehicle is not ready for it. A simple mechanical inspection and safety check can save you from sweating...

April 01, 2012

Get your motorcycle road-ready

With warmer, dryer weather just around the corner, motorcyclists are ready to hit the open road. Before you hit the highway however, it’s important to perform a maintenance inspection to e...

January 18, 2012

Top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles in canada in 2011

Auto theft is a reality no matter where you live in Canada, and no matter what kind of car you drive. The cars that made it to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) 2011 top 10 most stolen cars in Cana...

November 18, 2011

Canadian car of the year part 3

Winners in the SUV-CUV categories In this third and final edition of Canadian Car of the Year coverage is a look at winners in the three utility vehicle categories. This competition is organized and ...

November 11, 2011

Canadian car of the year part 2

Veloster's win raised a few eyebrows, but it made its case with looks, sportiness and price Our coverage of the Canadian Car of the Year competition continues this week with a look at the (four) perf...

November 04, 2011

Canadian car of the year part 1

Weeding out the best through rigorous testing This year the Canadian Car of the Year competition reached a historic quarter century milestone in its existence. And once again the Automobile Journalis...

July 12, 2011

Air conditioning: Be cool this summer

Bob McHugh - Auto View Most car owners never think about the air conditioning system in their vehicle until summer rolls around and they reach for that AC button on the dash. However, you should ...

May 03, 2011

The check engine light is on

The engine appears to be running okay when suddenly a 'check engine' light or an engine icon illuminates the dash panel. What's going on? Is the engine about to pack it in? Probably not, however some...

May 01, 2011

10 car care "musts" you don’t want to skip

1. Tire Pressure WHY: Over-inflated tires ride roughly and suffer premature wear at the center of their tread. Under-inflated tires decrease fuel economy, cause imprecise handling, suffer premature w...

March 01, 2011

What you need to know before importing a vehicle into Canada

Many Canadians have grown frustrated with the cost of purchasing a vehicle in Canada, especially given that our dollar has been hovering around parity for some time. Though tempting it may seem to loo...

February 08, 2011

Buying a used car

A car is a big investment, possibly the largest or second largest purchase you'll ever make. For most of us that means borrowing from a bank, credit union or some other financial institution. So it's...

January 20, 2011

Nitrogen in tires can improve tire performance and longevity

How many times have you left a bike or trailer or vehicle unused for a couple months only to find the tires had deflated? Why do tires leak air? You just may find the answer in that question. Our at...

October 22, 2010

Thinking about buying a new car?

Find out how much it will cost you and the environment. CAA National launched the new and innovated Eco Choice web tool which helps consumers calculate the true cost to your pocket book and t...

September 01, 2010

Protect your new-to-you car

Choosing between buying a brand new or pre-owned vehicle can be a tough decision. There are pros and cons to both options. A shiny new car comes with a warranty, but it also comes with a hefty sticke...

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