Sometimes the Road Less Travelled is Less Travelled For a Reason
How an unexpected detour earned my son's car the nickname, "Off-Road Mudder."
Stranded in a Snowstorm? These Smart Tips Could Save Your Life
When a winter storm hits and you’re on the road, it's easy for panic to set in. These emergency tips...
Why You Need to Keep a Nail File in Your Car This Winter
It has *nothing* to do with your manicure.
The Easy Way to Melt Ice You Never Knew About (Hint: It’s Not Salt!)
No rock salt? No problem! Here’s how to avoid slipping and sliding on your driveway this winter.
The Ultimate Winter Road Trip Guide
Hitting the road for a quick winter getaway? Don't pull out of the driveway before reviewing our checklist of winter...
8 Times You Need to Use Your Emergency Brake—and 3 Times You Don’t
It was one of the first things you learned in driver’s ed, so of course you know when to use...
The Best Way to Remove Snow from Your Car
We know—it’s cold out there! Here's expert advice on how to tackle one of the season's most dreaded tasks quickly...
The Weirdest Car Ride of My Life
Having braved freak lightning storms and bear encounters, we weren’t expecting the most nail-biting part of our trip to be...
Driving the Highwood Pass—The Highest Paved Road in Canada
The Highwood Pass rewards the adventurous with one of the most varied and picturesque drives in Canada.
Police Pulled Over This Car For Driving Too Slowly—and Found No One Inside!
From joyriding picnic tables to ghost passengers, these funny driving stories go off the beaten track.
The Most Dangerous Roads in the World
Think twice before adding these treacherous routes to your road trip itinerary!
12 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage—and Pay Less at the Pumps
These savvy gas-saving strategies can improve your fuel economy and slash your car's operating costs.
How to Escape From a Car That’s Sinking Underwater
You've just driven your car into a river or over the side of a bridge into a lake. What can...
This is When to Change to Winter Tires, According to Auto Experts
Although most Canadians do indeed change to winter tires, a new study suggests we're doing it at the wrong time...
10 Driving Tips to Stay Safe in Wet Weather
No need to fear heavy rain and fog with these safe driving tips under your belt.
Why You Shouldn’t Attach Any Other Keys to Your Ignition Key
It's hard to believe something as small as keys could have such a big impact on your vehicle.
How One City Is Using Optical Illusions to Prevent Traffic Accidents
Thanks to some skilfully painted fake speed bumps, speeding has decreased in this European metropolis.
For Farm Kids Like Me, the Fields Were Where You Learned to Drive
Steering the tractor in low gear was the first step towards getting my driver's licence.
Why You Should Never Follow a Friend When You’re Driving
Surprise: Following a friend while driving could be just as bad—or worse—as texting while driving.
Why Does My Battery Keep Losing Its Charge?
If your car battery keeps losing its charge, don't ignore it. Here's why it happens and what you should do...
These Types of People Are Most Likely to Be Distracted Drivers
Tempted to send a text while you're hauling down the highway? Psychiatrists have a pretty good idea what your personality...
Why You Suffer From Motion Sickness (And What You Can Do About It)
Practical tips on how to keep this common condition under control.
This Is the Number One Mistake Parents Make with Car Seats in Winter
Failing to take this step before strapping your little ones into their car seats presents a major safety risk.
Here’s Why Light Snow Is Just as Dangerous as a Snowstorm
Don’t think that heading out when there’s a light dusting on the ground is harmless.
Our Travels: The Ultimate Family Road Trip
One family drove 6,285 kilometres through four provinces, spent 23 nights camping in a tent and teepee, visited ten provincial...
Road Trip Diaries: Travelling Across Canada With Two Dogs and a Cat
The true test of a relationship is to take it on the road!
Restarting Your Car Does Not Use More Fuel Than Idling—Here’s Why
The verdict is in! You’re actually wasting money by leaving that car idle.
Why Do My Brakes Lock Up When I’m Trying to Stop?
Brakes locking up, whether in an emergency or while simply slowing down, can be a frightening experience. Here's what you...
