The Car Help Podcast

This week we have Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance joining us to talk about distracted driving. We begin by defining what is distracted driving and what can be considered distratced driving by a police officer. We also talk about the impact and consequences of distracted driving and how badly a conviction it can affect your insurance rates. We also touch on substance abuse and maijuana use while driving. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Lexus UX 200. 

This week we have John Wallischek from Autolinks joining us to talk about the recently introduced Federal electric vehicle incentives. The Federal Government of Canada has introduced purchase incentives of up to $5,000 for new electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles. We talk about how these incentives will impact electric vehicle sales and whether or not it is worth considering purchasing an electrified vehicle. We also share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Lexus NX 300.

This week we have Robert Karbaum from Kijiji Autos joining us on the show to talk about how to pick the perfect car for your needs. We talk about he process of discover, development, and delivery and how Kijiji Autos can help you when shopping for a car. We discuss the different categories of cars and how to pick a cars that fits your needs. We also talk about the useful features of Kijiji Autos, such as the browse by category, filters, vehicle history report by Carfax, and other tools which could be used throughout the research and shopping process. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Honda Passport. 

This week we have Debbie Arnold from Sound Insurance joining us on the show to talk about the latest provincial budget in Ontario and the proposed changes to auto insurance. We share our thoughts on the suggestions made by the government to reduce auto insurance premiums. These include increasing competition, implementing electronic proof of insurance, giving consumers the ability to pick and choose levels of coverage, and introducing a debit card for claims. We also talk about other strategies that should be considered as well. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature. 

This week we have Brian Murphy from Canadian Black Book joining us to talk about CBB's annual poll study on the changing demographics and behaviours of car buyers. We talk about the results of the study, including the car buyer attitudes towards purchasing a car online and the use of riding sharing platforms. We also talk about the implications of these change behaviours towards car buying and how this will affect the industry in the future. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Mazda Mazda3. 

This week we have Robert Karbaum from Kijiji Autos joining us to talk about the new Kijiji Autos website and app. We discuss the many tools and resources it offers, including the price analysis tool and dealer rating tool. We also talk about the various filters, browse by category and browse by body type features and how they allow you to find the perfect car for your needs. If you are in the market for a new or used car, find out about how Kijiji Autos can assist you with your search. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Porsche Panamera GTS. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us to talk about the 2019 New York Auto Show. We share our thoughts on the latest new car debuts including the Ford Escape, Cadillac CT5, Lincoln Corsair, Ford Mustang Performance Package, Hyundai Venue, Mercedes CLA35 AMG and A35 AMG, Subaru Outback, and Toyota Highlander. We also touch on the Shanghai Auto Show debuts including the all-electric Aston Martin Rapide-E. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Hyundai Kona Electric. 

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 2019 Ford EcoSport. 

This week we have Raymond Chan joining us from the CAA to talk about the CAA's annual Ontario's worst roads campaign. Now in its 16th year, the campaign is designed to gather information from consumers on what they believe are the worst roads in the province. We talk about how the campaign works, what the feedback is from consumers, and where the worst roads in Ontario are located. We also touch on related issues such as traffic congestion, cyclists, and road signs. Consumers can nominate their worst roads at caaworstroads.com. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Sedan. 

This week we have Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca joining us this week to debate the topic of dealerships versus independent garages for vehicle servicing. We talk about the different benefits of service your vehicle at either a deaership or an indendepent garage, and when might be the best time to consider each option. We also highlight some of the drawbacks to each option as well. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new vehicle test drive of the week, the 2019 Mercedes G550.