Ride Time Blog

Explaining things to friends and family members can be a little difficult, especially if they’re not as literate as you are in the subject. Cars and safety is a great example of something that you might have difficulty talking to your friends and family about. They might not understand how a car’s tires work or…

When it comes to driving in winter, only around 48% of Canadians in Manitoba use winter tires. Despite the relatively harsh winters we get here, it’s surprising to see such a low percentage of people. In fact, the same study shows that around 51% of us believe that all-season tires are good enough for winter…

Online shopping has made life so easy for us these days. Why bother going out to a shop and standing in a long line to buy something when you could just do it from the comfort of your own home? You don’t even need to get out of bed if you don’t want to, in…

Your transmission is, with the exception of the engine itself, the most important and expensive system on your car. It’s what allows the power from the engine to be transferred into the wheels – and it’s extremely complex. If your transmission is damaged due to neglect or improper repairs, it can easily cost $2,000-$4,000 for…

Your tires are where the rubber meets the road – literally – when it comes to the safety and performance of your car. That means, if your tire is leaky, you could be putting your safety at risk. A leaky tire causes low tire pressure, which can decrease fuel economy, and put you at risk…

If you’re in the market for a used car, you’re making a great financial choice. Used cars are much more affordable than brand-new vehicles – and because you avoid the initial depreciation of buying a new car, you can stretch your dollar even further. However, there is one disadvantage of buying a used car. It…

Buying a car can be confusing, especially if you don’t have good credit due to a short credit history, or financial difficulties. When you’ve picked out a car that’s a great fit for your lifestyle, and agreed on a price with the salesperson that is reasonable, you may think that the worst is over –…

So, you’re looking for a used car in Winnipeg. You’ve been browsing car sales websites, Craigslist, and even eBay Motors to find a great deal on a high-quality used vehicle. You see a car that looks like it’s in great shape – and it’s for sale for less than its value on Canadian Black Book!…

Nobody wants to deal with a debt collector. But if you are extremely behind on a credit card bill, a personal loan, or a medical debt, your debt may be “written off”, and sold to a collections agency. When a bill enters collections, it can negatively impact your credit score, reducing your ability to qualify…

Whether you have a short credit history, no credit, or bad credit, you may need to buy a car in Canada with bad credit. While this is not ideal, there are some steps you can take to minimize the amount you have to pay in interest, and secure a better rate on your car loan.…