The Car Help Podcast

This week we have Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance joining us to talk about a few useful money saving tips for auto insurance. We talk about the value of an insurance broker and how they can save you money on your insurance policy. We also go through several strategies and pointers that can help reduce your premiums as well. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 BMW Z4 M40i.

This week we talk about the all-new Polestar 2 electric vehicle with Polestar COO Jonathan Goodman. We talk about the highlights of the Polestar 2, including the driving range, performance capability, and technology such as the Google Android based infotainment system. Jonathan touches on how the Polestar 2 is positioned to go head-to-head with the Tesla Model 3 when it hits the market in 2020. We also talk about the Polestar brand as a whole and the online sales experience. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Kia Soul EV. 

This week we have Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance joining us to talk about the latest changes to auto insurance in Ontario. We start by discussing the introduction of electronic proof of insurance and how this will impact premiums. We also discuss the impact of fraud and lawsuits on insurance premiums and how addressing these areas can help reduce premiums. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about new vehicle technology. We start by talking about the latest active safety features such as rear seat alert, blind spot monitoring, and lane keep assist. We discuss the pros and cons of these features and whether they should be included in every new vehicle. We also share our thoughts on increasingly common technology in new vehicles such as infotainment systems, engine start-stop systems, and electronic gear selectors. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Maserati Levante GTS. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about the topic of new vehicles versus demo vehicles. We talk about what classifies a car as a demo and whether or not it makes sense to consider one. We go through the benefits of each option and also touch on certified pre-owned vehicles as a possible third option to consider. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport I-Line. 

This week we have Trevor Hutchenson from Krown Rust Control joining us to talk about all things rust protection. We talk about why rust protection is so important and why you should consider it for your new vehicle. We go through common concerns and questions about rust protection. We also talk about why Krown is a rust protection product that you should consider for your vehicle. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. 

This week we have Kevin Bavelaar from Auto Showplace joining us to discuss tips and tricks when shopping for a new car. We go through the process of car buying and explain a few things to watch out for to protect yourself along the way. We discuss a few important must-know rules, such as rights around sales contracts and leaving deposits with dealerships. In addition to talking about cooling off periods and deposits, we talk about a few important things to know about when shopping used cars as well. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Jeep Wrangler. 

This week we talk about Porsche's first electric car, the all-new 2020 Taycan. We had an opportunty to have a early first look at a pre-production model and speak with the engineers at Porsche about their special new electric car. We go through all the juicy details and share what we learned. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2020 BMW M340i xDrive. 

This week we have John Wallischek from Autolinks joining us to talk about car buying tips. We go through the advantages and disadvantages of buying a car from a dealership versus a private seller to help you decide which option is best. We also provide a few other helpful car buying tips to help you through your shopping experience. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 BMW M850i Cabriolet. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about financing versus leasing a new car. We go through the benefits and downslides for both options to help you decide which one makes the most sense for your needs. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Mercedes AMG CLS 53 4MATIC.