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Your Roadmap to Buying a Used Car: Expert Tips from Minit-Tune & Brake Auto Centres
Are you ready to hit the open road with your wheels? Rev up your engine drivers! Because buying a used vehicle is not as easy as it sounds. For our first-timers, it can be hard to know what you’re getting into, and for an experienced one, you understand very well what I mean, and I […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Out-Of-Province Car Inspections
Did you recently purchase a vehicle outside of BC? Bringing it back home may be more challenging than you think. First, your vehicle may be subject to an out-of-province inspection required by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. To ensure complete compliance, here’s a quick guide to answer your questions and help you determine if […]
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4 overlooked car problems caused by winter driving
Winter officially lasts from December 21 to March 21. However, in most parts of Canada, winter conditions come as early as October and stay as late as April. That’s more than six months of extra wear and tear on your vehicle. Therefore, it’s essential to know how winter driving can impact your car to ensure […]
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Why A Pre-Purchase Inspection Is Important
Before you buy a used vehicle, consider getting a pre-purchase inspection (PPI). A PPI conducted by a professional mechanic will provide you with the assurance you need that the car you’re buying is safe and reliable. Here’s what you should know about getting one and how it can help you when you’re buying a used vehicle. […]
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Out-Of-Province Antique Car Inspections: Frequently Asked Questions
When importing a classic or antique car from outside the province, there are certain steps you need to go through to get it registered and plated in British Columbia. Here’s what you need to know about out-of-province inspections for antique cars in B.C. Do I need an out-of-province inspection for my antique car? […]
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What Can Cause A Vehicle to Fail an Out-Of-Province Inspection?
When you purchase a vehicle outside of British Columbia and bring it into the province, or move to British Columbia from another province, it may have to undergo an out-of-province inspection. It’s important to understand in advance that these inspections are pretty strict, and have to be in compliance with Commercial Vehicle Inspection Standards. In […]