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Thursday, January 8, 2015 - The IFP - H alton H ills - w w w .theifp.ca Page 25 Armstrong Collision ExpertsCanadaCanada Complete Auto Collision and Mechanical Repairs Mary-Ann Phone: 289-924-1203 Unit # 4 Cell: 905-703-1147 305 Armstrong Ave Fax: 888-804-6804 Georgetown, ON L7G 4X6 Email: maryann@acecanada.biz www.acecanada.biz OWNER Evan Canning Owner / LicensedTechnician 33 Armstrong Ave., Unit 1 Georgetown, ON L7G 4S1 Tel: 905-877-9411 Email: canningsteering@bellnet.ca Specializing in wheel alignments, steering, suspension and all your automotive needs. Canning Steering Specialties Bratin Auto 82 Main St. N., Georgetown 905-873-6127 www.bratinauto.com • Drive Clean Testing & Repairs • Brakes • Exhaust Work • Transmission & Service • Tires • Cooling System • Electrical • Tune-up • Diagnostics • Alignments • …and more Free Local Shuttle Service 45 Mountainview Road North Georgetown, Ontario 905.877.7958 e-mail: hassellsauto@bellnet.ca www.hassellautomotive.com KIYO'S Japanese Car Service Ltd. 21Mill Street, Georgetown 905-873-0550 • Truck Accessories • Upholstery • Heavy Equipment Glass • Window Tinting 354 Guelph Street, Georgetown | 905-873-1655 We handle all insurance work. 572 Main St, Glen Williams, ON L7G 3T6 905-877-4571 www.queenstireandservice.com 387 Queen St., Acton 519-853-3940 QUEEN'S TIRE & SERVICE Brakes, Front End Alignment, ABS, Engine Diagnostics, Auto Sales, Emissions and Front End Specialists Norm & Floyd Foster Owners/Operators 45 Main Street North, Acton, Ontario L7J 1W3. • Tel. 519-853-4144 New Year's Resolutions for Car Care New Year's Resolutions for Car Care I RESOLVE to schedule two checkups for my car in 2015 Regardless of how well you think you know your vehicle, a well-trained (and certified) technician can always spot things ahead of time that you might miss. Taking the time to schedule a checkup twice a year may seem obsessive, but preventative maintenance at the hands of a qualified professional is cheap insurance. Stay ahead of the game when it comes to knowing what kind of shape your car is in. I RESOLVE to check on my car's tires and wheels in 2015 If your tires have worn unevenly or your wheels are unbalanced, vibration can cause excess stress on suspension components. Excess stress on certain car parts can mean extra trips to the mechanic and potentially hefty bills. And this WILL eventually happen if you continue to ignore such problems. Avoid this by checking to make sure the tread on your tires are wearing evenly - and taking your car in if it's not. I RESOLVE to keep up with my car's fluid changes in 2015 This is VERY important. Checking your vehicle's fluids is paramount to its longevity. While some fluids like brake fluid, clutch fluid and coolant may not require attention as often as oil, they're just as important. Marking one day on your calendar each month to make sure all of your fluids are topped off. This is quick, easy and can save you some serious repair dollars down the line. And also remember to change those fluids when your service manual requires it, as well. I RESOLVE to address my car's minor problems early 2015 This is perhaps the easiest responsibility to overlook, but the potential consequences of doing so can be catastrophic. It's easy to hear a strange noise in your vehicle and hope that it will go away. Unfortunately, this rarely happens. Don't put off minor maintenance or easy repair work. Doing so can lead to larger problems and larger repair bills in the end. Bite the bullet, fix what's wrong, and your car will last a lot longer. Resolve to make your car maintenance a priority in 2015 by staying ahead of unnecessary repairs and service. The minimal effort required to do this is worth every second. 47 Mountainview Rd North Georgetown, ON L7G 4J7 Telephone: (905) 877-6969 254 Main St North Acton, ON L7J 1W9 Telephone: (519) 853-3410 Ware's automotive and industrial supplyWare's automotive and industrial supply