Have you ever wondered what happens to a stolen vehicle. For some they are taken on a joy ride and usually recovered abandoned. As for High-end vehicles they usually end up in a chop-shop stripped of their components.
Click here to read more on how Ontario Police helped to bust a Niagara-area chop shop.
An extremely rare astronomical event will occur in parts of southern Ontario on Monday, April 8, 2024, when the moon will completely cover the sun, creating a total solar eclipse! While Waterloo Region is not in the path of totality, it is expected that daylight will...
Automobile theft in Ontario continues to be a significant issue, affecting thousands of vehicle owners. The Staebler Blog has shared many articles on this topic, including: Most Frequently Stolen Vehicles in Canada Insurance Company Reactions to Auto Theft in Ontario...
With the New Year’s arrival, Ontario has introduced new towing industry regulations aimed at protecting consumers and reducing the risk of fraud when drivers are in a vulnerable position. Starting January 1, 2024, towing and storage operators are required to be...
Beginning January 1, 2024, auto insurance policyholders in Ontario will have more choice when it comes to their coverage. The Ontario government has introduced an optional endorsement for drivers called OPCF 49 – Agreement Not to Recover for Loss or Damage from an...
A recent study revealed more than 40% of drivers didn’t know that their vehicle is one of the most frequently stolen in Canada. Experts say that knowing your vehicle is highly targeted can be the first step in protecting yourself from auto theft. Despite news reports,...
September is here and back to school time means back to sharing the road with school vehicles. Knowing the laws for sharing the road can save you from big fines and potentially even bigger increases in your insurance premiums. In recent years the traffic laws have...
Residents in Waterloo Region have different rules for backyard fires depending on the city or township they live in. The regulations range from no permit needed to requiring a permit to not allowing allowing fires at all. See below for a roundup of Waterloo Region's...
Car thefts continue to rise across Ontario and insurance companies are developing new ways to help address the problem. In response, some insurance companies are imposing a high-risk premium surcharge on vehicles that are most often targeted and stolen by thieves,...
Opening the door to an unknown person can be unnerving. It becomes even more uncomfortable when the stranger on the other side begins the interaction with high pressure sales tactics like time-limited offers. Often these face-to-face interactions are for a service or...
Canadian insurers are sounding the alarm on increased auto thefts throughout Ontario, including Waterloo Region. Thieves have become more sophisticated and are using modern conveniences and newer technology to make it easier to steal vehicles. A new report from...
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