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If you believe 2019 is the year when you or your family transitions to an electric vehicle (EV), you won’t be alone. Last year, the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA), commissioned a survey that showed 40 per cent of respondents were considering the purchase of a new vehicle…

It may be the early days of 2019, but there is every reason to believe the transition to greater electric vehicle (EV) adoption by British Columbians will only escalate this year. For the last decade the adoption of electric vehicles has been a process that has been gradual but, in…

As we enter the initial days of 2019, many British Columbians – including myself – will be struggling to maintain New Year’s resolutions. However, the one most often to keep is related to your vehicle. This may seem a bit trivial when compared to losing those extra pounds and quitting…

By Blair Qualey Published by Postmedia, Jan 4, 2019 2018 was a year punctuated by many changes, high points and challenges - and there is no reason to believe 2019 will be any different. The year began with the results of a study commissioned by the New Car Dealers Association…

By Blair Qualey This is the time of year when many of us are sharing the holiday season with friends and family and it often involves a road trip through what can be challenging winter driving conditions. There are some general rules of thumb in planning a road trip, but…

The Christmas holiday season is upon us, and many of us may struggle with the prospect of finding a special gift for that someone special. For auto enthusiasts, there are a number of options that may include state of the art technology, special service packages at dealerships or gifts that range from…

By Blair Qualey This is a special time of year for many people, as holiday festivities occur involving family, friends and co-workers – and many of us will be enjoying the spirit of the season. However, if your activities may involve drinking or consuming cannabis, plan ahead for a safe…

By Blair Qualey The BC Government recently announced its intention to introduce Legislation next Spring to phase in targets for the sale of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and in doing so, will set targets of new vehicle sales being 10% ZEV sales by 2025, 30% by 2030, and 100% by 2040.…

By Blair Qualey Over the next several weeks, many of us will be consumed by the prospect of holiday shopping – and dare I say, some people are already getting ahead of the rush. However, they are not alone – as this is also the time of season when would-be…

By Blair Qualey As many of you may have read through media reports in recent days, the Province is taking a tougher stand against dangerous driving. As of November 1st, in addition to any fines associated with an infraction, dangerous drivers now face a 20 per cent increase in the…