The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released the list of Canada's most stolen vehicles, and once again, Ford F-Series trucks dominate the list. Six of the top ten stolen vehicles across...
Top 10 Stolen Vehicles in 2018
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Do you Know how to Drive Through a Roundabout?
Waterloo Region road planners have fallen in love with roundabouts! In recent years, roundabouts have gone from being a curiosity you might encounter in some quaint, sleepy neighbourhood...
Why is my “Check Engine” Light on?
Car maintenance is always important, but it takes on an especially crucial role during a Canadian winter. You don’t want to be stranded on the side of the road when the mercury dips into...
Motorcycle Safety: Staying Safe on the Motorbike this Summer
Riding a motorcycle is a liberating experience, but it's also a risky one. With warm summer days, you feel the urge to head out on the highway. But even for experienced riders, it's...
How to Find an Honest Mechanic
"What the heck is that squealing noise!?” you ask as you pull out of the driveway and wake up half the neighbourhood. Uh oh, something is up with your car. It could just be a $15 belt that...
A Load at Rest is a Load at Risk
The long weekend is almost here! Remember to keep your cargo safe, as it may be at greater risk of theft. A long weekend can be a prime time for opportunistic thieves to strike. Key Points...
When Should you Re-Examine your Car Insurance?
We get it, insurance might be exciting to us, but the average person would rather spend their free time thinking about other things. For most people, the only time they think about their...
Claims Forgiveness: A Safety Net for Good Drivers
Uh oh, you got yourself in a fender bender. After years and years of pristine, perfect driving it finally happened. You've crumpled a bumper backing up in a parking lot, or clipped a tail...
Cannabis Legalization: The Implications for Drivers
If You're Going to Spark, You Need to Park Originally published in Staebler's Spring 2018 Commercial Newsletter Several provinces have been tabling legislation to address the legalization...
5 Important Tips When Buying a New Car
Buying a new car can be one of the most exciting, and stressful, purchases you make in your life. But with a little preparation and thought, you can avoid the lemons and find the best deal...
Aviva’s Undercover Investigation Reveals Fraud Is Costing You
One of our insurance partners, Aviva Canada, conducted an undercover investigation into auto body shops and their repair practices. What they found was quite frankly shocking, even to the...
Car Maintenance in the Cold Months
Winter lingers on in Ontario, with we could still be shoveling snow deep into March. While this kind of long, protracted winter is no fun for anyone, it's absolutely murder on your...
Driving Safe this Winter
As the first day of winter hits us with a snowfall, we need to take a few extra precautions when we head out on the road. You may be an excellent driver with an impeccable record, but all...
NEWS: Proposed Ontario Auto Insurance Legislation Aimed at Protecting You
This week the Ontario government announced a number of measures to improve the province’s auto insurance system. The proposed legislation is designed to provide you, our client, with...
Does it Really Pay to Get Insured Fast?
Buying insurance has never been easier. You can go online, click a few buttons, answer a few questions, pay with your credit card, and your insurance is taken care of. You’re covered in...
Hidden Treasures in Ontario
Ontario is full of amazing attractions and historical locations worth a visit. If you really want to appreciate everything the province has to offer though, you'll need to take a step off...
Safety First: Back to School
It's back to school time again, an exciting period for both parents and children! With a new season of school beginning after a lengthy break, it's time to think about how your kids will...
Summer’s Not Over: Plan Your Road Trip
There is nothing better for winding down the summer months than a good old fashion road trip. Whether you're going to hit the road with just your sweetheart at your side, a couple of...
Spring Safety for Teenage Drivers
When you have young drivers in the home, it's natural to worry about them during the winter seasons. Black ice, limited visibility, mechanical failures, snow banks, hidden potholes and...
Your Teenager Just Got Their G2, Now What?
The unthinkable has finally happened – your teenager has earned their G2 license and they’re asking for the keys. This is a big moment, not just for the teenager who is taking their first...