Spring driving offers the perfect teaser before summer. Spring weekends are a great opportunity to take the family on a road trip vacation. Before you pack up the vehicle and head out on the road, you will want to ensure your brakes and other auto components are in perfect working order. There is nothing worse than getting stuck with a breakdown or having brake issues…

Your engine is crucial to keep your vehicle moving. It is the heartbeat and energy source that gets you from point A to point B. There are a lot of parts that make up your engine and if something goes wrong with one of them, you could be dealing with an engine that just won’t work. The drive belt combines the function of all the…

As a driver, if you don’t have air conditioning in your vehicle, then you understand the frustrations and anxieties of getting into a scorching hot car in the summer months. Particularly during a heat warning advisory, the interior of your car can overheat quickly, causing unsafe temperature levels and the potential risk of heat stroke. There are, however, a number of precautions you can take…

One of the world’s longest running offshore fireworks competitions returns for its 26th year, with an estimated attendance of over 1.4 million people. The Honda Celebration of Light, a free musical fireworks competition in Vancouver, BC, Canada, is a much anticipated and well-known event that takes place at English Bay each year. Three international contenders, each represented by a fireworks production company from their own…

On July 31, 2016, Vancouver will host one of the largest, highly spirited and most successful arts and cultural celebrations of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride. The Vancouver Pride Parade, now in its 38th year, celebrates the LGTBQ2+ community, positive social change and individual uniqueness. In 2013, the parade was granted civic status, and today is a renowned event attracting thousands of people from…

Being without your vehicle, even for a short period of time, can be inconvenient. If you need a vehicle inspection, battery change, or auto repair in Surrey or surrounding cities, don’t let boredom set in! Pass the time by checking out one of the many exciting events the city has to offer. There is a lot going on this summer season. Now is the perfect…

It may happen out on the road or you may notice it upon starting your ignition. No matter where you are when it happens, unusual noises coming from your vehicle can be concerning. If the noise is loud, persistent, or is accompanied by other unusual circumstances, you should contact a trained mechanic as soon as possible to identify the cause. Minit-Tune & Brake Auto Centres…