The Car Help Podcast

Thsi week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joing us to talk about the top rated brand and models. Consumer Reports has released their top ten picks for the best vehicles brands and the best models for 2018. We share our thoughts on some of their top picks, including the Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Bolt, Audi A4, Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Sienna, Subaru Forester, and Toyota Highlander. We also talk about the vehicles chosen by Canadian Black Book for best retained value, such as the Jeep Wrangler, and finish off with the top rated brands. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2018 Kia Sportage. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about Tesla. We talk about the Tesla Model X, which we have both driven, and share out thoughts. We talk about features such as the falcon wing doors, ludicrous mode, autopilot, and the Tesla App. We also talking about what it is like to live with a Tesla and charge it using Tesla's Supercharger network. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, which is the 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. 

This week we have Ivars from ByFord Garage North joining us again to answer your service and repair questions. We talk about synthetic versus conventional oil and which one you should use. We discuss fluid change intervals and how long you should wait between oil changes. We also talk about the concept of tune ups and whether or not that term has any meaning in this day and age. We discuss turbocharged engines and whether or not they are reliable for long-term ownership. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2018 Honda Fit. 

This week we have Ivars from ByFord Garage North joining us to discuss the issue of dealership disputes. We discuss what to do in a situation where you are experiencing an ongoing problem with your vehicle and the dealership can't fix it. We talk about how to handle problem situations and how to deal with the dealership. We also discuss the pros and cons of servicing your vehicle at a dealership versus an independent garage. Finally we talk about our new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2018 Honda Accord. 

This week we have John from Autolinks joining us again to talk about some of our top picks for used cars. We through some of the best choices to look at for different budgets from good reliable cars under $10,000 all the way up to great luxury car buys under $30,000. We also talk about a recent study that lists the top cars that people are likely to keep for 15 years or more, and discuss whether or not the picks are reliable. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new car test drive of the week, the 2018 Mazda CX-3. 

This week we have John from Autolinks joining us to talk about the steps to buying a used car. We go through each step of the process from beginning to end to help you make an informed decision that you can be happy with. We start by talking about how to pick the right car and what to look for in a vehicle. We then talk about how to do a proper test drive and the importance of getting a pre-purchase inspection and Carproof report. We also talk about the differences between buying privately and buying from a dealership. Finally, we talk about signing the contract and how to protect yourself. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2018 Honda Civic Type R. 

This week Cedric Mathieu from Turo Canada is joining us again to talk about Turo, Canada's newest peer-to-peer car sharing service. We talk about how Turo works and answer some of your questions. We talk about how insurance coverage works and whether or not you need additional coverage to use Turo. We talk about what happens in the event of a damage incident, traffic tickets, and what happens when there is a last minute cancelation. Finally, we talk about vehicle pricing and how Turo users can set their own prices when renting their personal vehicles. We also share our thoughts on the new car test drive of the week, the 2018 BMW X3. 

This week we have Cedric Mathieu from Turo Canada joining us in the studio to talk about Turo, Canada's new peer-to-peer car sharing service. We talk about what Turo is, how it works, and what differentiates it from traditional car rental companies. We also talk about how process works for both vehicle owners (hosts) and the renters and the different type of cool vehicles available on Turo. Finally, we discuss how much money one may expect to earn by renting their vehicle on Turo. To learn more, visit www.turo.com. We also share our thoughts on this week's new car test drive, the 2018 Toyota Camry. 

This week we have John from Autolinks joining us to discuss the new car debuts from the 2018 Detroit Auto Show. This year's major debuts include all-new pickup trucks from the big three, such as the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, RAM 1500, and Ford Ranger. Passenger car debuts include the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, Kia Forte, Honda Insight, and Ford Mustang Bullitt. Finally, on the SUV front, there was the 2019 Acura RDX and Mercedes G-Class. We go through each one and share our thoughts. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week,: the 2018 Toyota Yaris Hatchback. 

This week we have John from Autolinks joing us to talk about how to sell your car. We through the proper steps on how to sell a car properly and compare selling privately to trading your car in at a dealership. We go through the components of a successful ad and how to craft the perfect ad, including what information needs to be included and how to shoot the perfect pictures. We also touch on what to look for as a buyer and how to protect yourself from fraud and curbsiders. Finally, we share our top test drives of 2017. What were the best new cars we test drove last year? Find out on this week's episode.