The Car Help Podcast

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about buying a new car versus a demo or lightly used car. We tackle the misconception that demos or lightly used cars will always save you thousands of dollars over a brand new car. We talk about scenerios where a brand new can save you more money and when it can be advantageous to consider a demo or used car. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Mercedes-AMG C63 S. 

This week we have Francois Lefevre from Nissan Canada joing us to talk about electric vehicle and the all-new upcoming all-electric crossover. We talk about how electric vehicles are doing in the Canadian market and some of the advantages they offer over traditional gas and hybrid vehicles. We also talk about the all-new Nissan Ariya, which is an all-electric crossover SUV going on sale in late 2021. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Toyota 86. 

This week we chat with Robert Karbaum from Kijiji Autos about a new Kijiji study. Kijiji Autos conducted a study to understand consumer sentiment towards car purchasing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the findings of the study and how the pandemic has impacted the automotive market for both consumers and dealerships. We also talk about some of the new resources that Kijiji Autos has introduced to assist you with the car buying process. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 BMW 228i Gran Coupe. 

This week we have Terry O'Keefe from OMVIC joing us on the show to talk about the dangers of curbsiders. We talk about how to spot a curbsider and why they should be avoided when shopping for a used car. We also talk about the differences between purchasing a used car from a dealership compared to private sellers. Finally, we talk about how to spot a scam or fraudulent ad in general. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Chevrolet Blazer. 

This week we are answering your email questions covering everything from where the car market is heading, how to avoid bait and switch, and how to shop for a car and avoid unnecessary fees. We also talk about what towatch out for with a car that has been sitting too long at the dealership and CVT versus automatic transmissions.. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week,, the 2020 Cadillac XT6. 

This week we have Kevin Tozer from Hamilton Motor Works joining us to answer some of your maintenance and repair questions. We answer questions about fluid change intervals, regular versus premum gas, whether you should be concerned about purchasing a turbocharged car, whether diesel engines should be avoided, and the long-term reliability of hybrid-powered cars, Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. 

This week we have Jowana Burgan from Girls Mechanics Team joining us to talk about do-it-yourself car maintenance. We talk about basic DIY maintenance items that every car owner should know. We also discuss what maintennace items are best left to the professionals. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Lexus RC 350. 

This week we have Kevin Tozer from Hamilton Motor Works and host of the AM900 CHML Autoshow joining us to talk about how to make your car last for 300,000km or more. We talk about the good maintenance practices you should follow, OEM versus aftermarket parts, and picking a reliable car. We also discuss when is the best time to retire your car and consider buying a new one. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week. the 2020 Porsche 911 Carerra 4S. 

This week we discuss the various car buying options with Adi Desai of Doubleclutch.ca. We talk about differences between leasing versus finanicng including the advantages and disadvantages of each option. We go through examples of when financing or leasing makes the most sense to help you make a fully informed purchase. We also touch on dealership advertising, the claims that are made, and what to watch out for when shopping. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive fo the week, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. 

This week we have John Carmichael, CEO of OMVIC, joining us to talk about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the auto industry. We discuss the role of OMVIC and go through the steps of how to safely purchase a car from a dealership. We talk about the questions consumers should be asking and what to look for before signing a purchase agreement. We also discuss how to buy a car entirely online. Finally, we share our thoughts on a pair of affordable subcompact crossover SUVs.