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If you’re experiencing a leak in your car, you may be curious about the cause. It’s fairly easy to recognize if the body of your car is allowing water into the interior – after a snowmelt or rainstorm, you’ll probably notice water in several different areas. But it can be much more difficult to identify…

In the next 6 months, Winnipeg is finally going to get service from Uber. This popular ride-sharing app has totally transformed the way that we get around – and soon, you’ll be able to hail a ride in Winnipeg right from your phone! You can also sign up with this ride-sharing service, and earn some…

There is quite arguably nothing worse than when your car needs repairs. Most people ignore those engine lights until they can’t anymore, but that can be a huge mistake. Those lights are there to warn you that danger is imminent. If you choose to look the other way too long, you can have some real…

Getting pre-approved for an auto loan is a very good idea, whether you’re shopping for a new car or a used vehicle. Pre-approval is just what it sounds like. You go to a bank or credit union, inform them about the details of your total budget and desired loan amount. Then, they look at your…

Buying a used car in Canada can be a difficult proposition, especially if you have bad credit. There’s a lot to know and a lot to think about – and when it comes time to “sign on the dotted line” and purchase your car, you may not even know how your used car dealer figured…

Maintaining your car can get expensive. Cars are deeply complex and hard to understand – so you must often fork over quite a bit of cash to keep your vehicle in tip-top shape. Understandably, some of us skimp on regular maintenance to save a bit of cash. But there are some basic auto maintenance steps…

It has been estimated that around 23% of Canadians have average or below-average credit. Around 2% of Canadians have “bad credit”, defined as a score below 520. Bad credit is a fact of life for many Canadians – and it can cause quite a few problems for you. Canadians with bad credit often struggle to…

A used hybrid car is a great investment. Hybrids get excellent gas mileage, are more environmentally-friendly, and can even have a higher long-term value than comparable gas-powered vehicles. If you can find a great-quality used hybrid, it’s a fantastic investment. However, there are some quirks you should be aware of when trying to buy a…

A car repossession is a horrible thing – and we don’t want anybody to go through it. But it happens. Sometimes, Canadians buy cars that they can’t afford, or circumstances are such that they simply can’t make their car payments. When this happens, loan companies and auto dealers will repossess your vehicle – and if…

Bad credit is a fact of life for some Canadians. Whether it’s because of high credit card bills, issues like bankruptcy or foreclosure, or even previous car repossessions, many Canadians are living with bad credit scores. Around 23% of Canadians have an average or sub-par credit score. Unfortunately, bad credit and debt are vicious cycles.…