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PAGE 20, WHITBY FREE PIE$S, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 1988 Great demand for motorcycle training Motorcycle training at Durham College is in great demand. This summer, more than 200 motorcyclists have already taken the course, and they come from all over the Durham Region. The course has been full most weekends, and continues until Sept. 9 It involves classroom time Fridays, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and actual "on bike" training, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are 17 hours in total and the cost is $175. As part of the Canada Safety Council's "Gearing Up" program, developed in co-operation with the federal government, the course is endorsed by all levels of government and the insurance advisory organization. Since its inception in 1974, it has gained worldwide recognition. The course content includes balancing and braking, cold starting, clutch operation and control synchronization, correct gear changing, signals and shoulder checks, pattern riding, cornering, road riding, emergency braking, collision avoidance, emergency techniques, and motor cycle licence road test. Perons successfully completing the course will be eligible for the 'M'licence, and may benefit from reduced insurance premiums. 1o valid 'R' licence prior to beginning the course. 'Ihe courses are held at the Simcoe Building at Durham College.. Register at the registration office in the main building at the college. For further information, call the registrar's office at 576-0210 (ext. 236). Don't buy leaded fuel FROM PAGE 19 stop-and-go traffic. Ministry experts also say drivers can save as much as five per cent on fuel by removing unnecessary roof racks which create wind resis- tance. Rid the car of excess baggage at the same time. Each 45 kg (100 lbs) increases consumption by one per cent. Consumers are warned to be wary of so-called "gas saving devices." Dozens of companies have been prosecuted in past years for claiming their products could decrease gas consumption. "None of the devices that have come to our attention...have been found to work," says Frank York of Consumer and Corporate Affairs Canada. Although the heyday of gas saving gadgets is over, products still trickle onto the market, York says. Anyone considering buying a device that is supposed to decrease gas consumption is advised to contact the marketing practices branch of CCAC in Ottawa at (613) 997-4282 or write to the Director of Investigations and Research, Department of Consumer and Corporate Affairs, Ottawa-Hull K1A 0C9. For general information on fuel economy, contact the DriveSave Program, Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Central Building, 1201 Wilson Ave., Downéview, Ontario M3M 1J8 (416) 235-5037. Information on car repairs and general consumer rights is available from the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations' Consumer Information Centre at 555 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2H6 --(416) 963-1111 or toll free at 1-800-268-1142. Ontario residents with an 807 area code may call the 416 number collect. The TTY/TDD line for the hearing impaired is (416) 963-0808. IF YOUR BRAKES FAIL: Try pumping the brake pedal to temporarily restore hydraulic brake pressure. If this fails apply the parking brake gently and firmly. New drivers should practice a parking brake emergency stop under controlled conditions with a - trained instructor. Iê 'I 'VTAKE THE P STING OUTOF YOUR INSURANCE PAYMENTS D.I.S. INSURANCE is well known for TOP NOTCH COVERAGE, EXCELLENT SERVICE and LOW INSURANCE RATES. NOW there's another D.I.S. feature to tell you about!! Enjoy the convenience of EASY MONTHLY PAYMENTS for insurance on your Auto, Home, Life and Business operations!! • LOW RATES A WINNING • EXCELLENT SERVICE A WINIG • MONTHLY PAYMENTS COMBINATION BEFORE YOU RENEW YOUR EXISTING POLICY CALL US FOR A FREE QUOTATION 965 DUNDAS ST. W. f UIANCgaoKeRí LTSUITE 200, WEST LYNDE PLAZA From the fair ABOVE, Mike and Mary Sherward's 1932 Durant, part of the classie car show at the Oshawa-Whitby fair. Below, a doctor's buggy, part of Laurie and Elspeth McCulloch's collection of antique buggies, on display at the fair. Free Press photo Warranties FROM PAGE 19 many cars that need major repairs under warranty, the warranty companies may not want to do business with them anymore." The cost of extended coverage is, of course, passed on to buyers in these deals and it's just as important that an insurance firm is behind the contract. ' For more information about buying cars, vehicle repairs, and general consumer rights, contact the Consumer Information Centre at 555 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2H6 --(416) 963-1111 or toll free at 1-800-268-1142. Ontario residents with an 807 area code may cal] the 416 number collect. The TTY/TDD line for the hearing impaired is (416) 963-0808. A. EWING AUTOMOBILE INC. AUGUST SPECIAL Come in and test drive any Ewing automobile and receive a FREE oil*and lube. 'Limit 4 litres 200 Dundas St. W. Whitby Ont. 427-3482