The Car Help Podcast

This week we speak with Trevor Hutcheson from Krown Rust Control about rust protection for your vehicle. We talk about why it is important to consider using a good rust protection product and go through the best options for your vehicle. We talk about whether you should consider the products from the dealership or if you should purchase elsewhere. We also get a chance to have an exclusive first look at the all-new 2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid crossover and talk about Toyota's move to a hybrid-focused lineup down the road. 

This week we answer questions from our listeners mostly related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We answer questions regarding whether now is a good time to purchase a new car, which car manufacturers are offering the best deals, and whether you should consider payment deferral offers. We also talking about how to protect yourself when buying a car online. Finally, we talk about and compare the best new mid-sized crossover SUVs with three row seating. 

This week we have Bob Redinger from Ready Honda joining us to discuss the differences between buying new versus buying certified pre-owned. We explain what a certified pre-owned car is and go through the benefits when compared to a regular used car. We talk about the pros and cons of purchasing a new car when compared to purchasing certified pre-owned and a used car in general. Finally,, we compare the best subcompact crossovers on the market. 

This week we are talking about how auto insurance premiums will be impacted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance is joining us to discuss the rebates and discounts that insurance companies are offering. With far few cars on the road and insurance companies saving millions of dollars in accident claims, are your rates going to come down even further? We share tips that could save you money. Finally, we compare and talk about the best minivans on the market. 

This week we share tire buying tips with Ron Dolan from Triangle Tire. We start off by talking about Triangle Tire, a brand new value-priced tire to the Canadian market. We discuss why you may want to consider a value tire such as the Triangle brand for your next tire purchase over a more expensive well-known brand. We also talk about what to look for when shopping for tires this spring season. Finally, we compare and share our thoughts on some of the best compact crossover SUVs on the market. 

This week have Mohamed Bouchama from the Car Help Canada team joining us to talking about how to safely buy a car online. With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing many dealerships to close their showrooms, remote car sales have increased and many dealerships have expanded their online car buying platforms. We discuss how to safely and successfully navigate through this process from step by step from beginning to end. We also compare the best compact cars on the market and share our top picks. 

This we have our very own Mohamed Bouchama joining us to talk about the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the auto industry. We discuss how it is impacting dealerships, auto manufacturers, and consumers, and whether the industry will be able to recover. We talk about whether it is a good time to buy a car and get a great deal, or whether it might be best to hold off for now. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Toyota Highlander. 

This week we answer your email questions about various car topics. We talk about popular subjects including car warranties, comparing affordable new cars, how to shop for a used car, and rust protection, If you have any questions for us to cover on future episodes please feel free to email us at [email protected] with the subject line "The Car Help Podcast." We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata. 

This week we are talking about distracted driving with our guest Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance. We talk about what constitutes distracted driving and what the penalities are when you are caught. We discuss the difference between using your smartphone while driving versus using a built-in touchscreen infotainment system. We also talk about the impact of social media on driving habits. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. 

This week we are talking about the COVID-19 crisis and the impact that it is having on the auto industry. We discuss the likelihood of a mild short-term crisis versus a long-term severe recession and what this could mean for the auto industry and the economy. We discuss whether or not this is a good time to consider buying a new car and when you can expect to get the best deal from the dealership. We also touch on the impact this is having on the used car market. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk.