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Gas vs. Diesel - The Great Fuel Debate

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Gas vs. Diesel - The Great Fuel Debate

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Gas Vs. Diesel    Diesel, you say? Isn’t that just for truck drivers and Europeans?    Not necessarily. While it’s true that the vast majority of North American vehicles are gasoline-powered, many manufacturers offer diesel options for their vehicles, especially if they are foreign-owned, such as Audi, Suburu and Volkwagen.    While there are pros […]

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The CarHub Guide to Changing a Car Tire

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CarHub's Complete Guide to Changing a Car Tire Modern cars are very efficient. Many people drive their whole lives without learning the basic skills to fix them when needed. You might think, "I have a cell phone; I'll just call CAA."     But what if your phone doesn't work because you're out of range or […]

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When Should You Get an Oil Change?

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  Should You Trust the Little Sticker?   We all know that little sticker on your windshield that gets an update after you get an oil change. It basically says, 'come in for your next oil change in six months or at around 8000km, whichever comes first'. It may be a little bit anxiety-inducing to […]

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A Guide to Buying New Car Tires

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Buying New Tires   Buying new car tires can be a daunting experience. They all look pretty much the same, don’t they? Round and rubber, how much could they be different from one another? Then you get into the tire buying process and the amount of choices and range in prices becomes a little bit […]

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Making Sense of Tirewall Symbols

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What are the Symbols on the Side of My Tires?   When it’s time to buy a new set of tires, it’s important to know a few things that are specific to your car to ensure that you purchase the correct car tires. Before making a purchase decision, it is best to familiarize yourself with […]

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The CarHub Service Process

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If you’re good to your car, your car will be good to you!    At CarHub Automotive Group, we want to see our community driving with confidence, in finely-tuned vehicles. That’s why we advocate for a service checkup with one of our certified service technicians every 3 months, to ensure that your vehicle is operating […]

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The Importance of Regular Car Maintenance

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Our car can be our best friend if we treat it right. Safe, dependable and always up for an adventure. Who wouldn’t want a best friend like that? Our cars give us so much and all that they ask in return is some attention and car maintenance every few months.  At CarHub Automotive Group, we […]

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Winter Emergency Kit Essentials For Your Car

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    If you are planning a family road trip or a romantic scenic drive this season, chances are that you are already aware of the driving conditions and slippery roads, and you’ve got your winter tires all ready for adventure. However, there’s another important fact that many of us overlook when we plan our […]

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Car Cleaning Tips For A Safe Ride During COVID-19

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While many of us are eager to wash our hands (pun intended!) of 2020, we’re also leaving this year with a heightened awareness of hygiene and safety which has revolutionized the way we live and work.   The COVID-19 pandemic has made breakout stars out of alcohol-based wipes and hand sanitizer, while frequent hand washing […]

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Steering And Driving Safety

For most of us, when we hear a strange noise in our car we usually just hope it goes away. There is also the "turn up the radio" strategy, but most experts will tell you that neither is a good, or safe idea. If those noises come from your steering column, it is critical that you pay […]

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