What are DRLs?

Daytime Running Lights (DRL) have been installed on cars for many years now. This makes it much easier to see an oncoming vehicle than one without DRL’s.

How often do you notice a vehicle traveling at dusk or in the dark without tail lights?

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Did you know?

Most often the driver is unaware they cannot be easily seen from behind or the side. Inside the vehicle the dash is lit up, they can see where they are going and they assume the tail lights are on. As drivers, we need to be aware of the exterior lighting on our vehicles.

If your vehicle has an "AUTO" setting for your headlights it is best to use that setting, all exterior lighting will come on at dusk, off at dawn and others will be able to see you. If you don’t have an “AUTO” setting you must turn the lights on and off yourself.

Another thing to remember is to turn your lights on anytime we have inclement weather, as the “AUTO” setting may not sense that the lights need to be turned on.

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Winter Driving in Saskatchewan

How well did you prepare your vehicle for winter? Here are some things to remember and some tips to help ready yourself for a winter trip. Plan to be safe this winter when you are out on the road, reducing the stress of winter driving.

Have your vehicle inspected and serviced to be sure you won’t break down in the cold. Winter conditions with snow, cold and icy roads demand that a vehicle be in top condition. For this reason, a winter readiness inspection is a necessity, and in the end is less annoying and less costly than battery boosts, calling a tow truck, being late and those unplanned hotel stays half way to your destination.

Before it’s too late and you’re on the side of the road or worse, stopped in the middle of the road, give us a call, e-mail or book online to set up an appointment for your vehicle. You will know the condition of your vehicle and what needs to be done for safe winter driving.

Having a block heater on your car and using it when temperatures are colder than -15⁰c is the least expensive way to prevent engine damage from cold winter starts; just make sure you unplug before driving away.

Remember; daytime running lights on your vehicle usually only have the headlights on, not the park lights. They provide less light than when you turn the lights on yourself. At dusk or inclement weather you need to turn the lights on manually so others can see you from the front and the back; swirling snow, fog and cloudy days make it difficult to see and to be seen.

Tips before you head out on the road each day:

·        Unplug the car

·        Brush the snow off your car.

·        Scrape the windshield, rear and side windows.

·        Clear your heater air intake (this is usually between the windshield and the hood).

·        Clean your headlights, tail lights and signal lights.

·        Be sure to clear your tissue boxes, sunglasses, papers, etc., away from defroster                  outlets or your windows won’t clear properly.

For out of town or even for short trips, follow this link for information on what survival equipment to take with you in your vehicle: http://crestviewautoservice.blogspot.ca/2014/10/prepared-for-winter.html

Why oil spraying your vehicle makes sense.

June 4, 2012


Undercoating your vehicle is one the smartest things you can do to protecting your vehicle and keeping all your repairs at a vast reduction. The main reason is that when you do have your vehicle undercoated your providing lubrication to all major and functional components such as wiring, lights and electrical items. 


Some of the major components that are protected when you do have your vehicle oil sprayed, this will ensure that they operate freely. Windows and all door mechanisms, door locks, electrical systems, brake cables, Linkage for transmission, remote mirrors, door hinges, hood and truck hinges, reduces friction on all moving parts, power antennas and C.V. joints. 


Some of the other major components that are protected when you have your vehicle sprayed is the following items. All body panels, spot welds, all chrome, cowl assemblies, headlight pots and adjusters, transmission case, oil pans, sub-frame and hidden box sections, inner frame work, wiring connections and computer chips.

With all the above benefits that oil spraying your vehicle provides and protecting your investment, vehicles that have been oil sprayed from day one always have a higher re-sale value when your re selling or trading in your vehicle. The main reason is your vehicle looks better then most vehicles on the road because you took the time to protect your investment.


I hope this provides enough information for you to take some time and research the pros and cons of having your vehicle oil sprayed each year, is it worth it. Only you can make that decision my answer is it is an absolutely one of the most important features you can do to making your vehicle last as long as it will.


Here some pictures of what happens when you do not oil spray or rustproof your vehicle

As you can see the undercarriage looks
old and rusty.

This could of been prevented
the rocker panel is completely rotten 

The other side is the same way
if you had oil sprayed it would not look like this

As you can see all the corrosion has developed
cause brake lines to rust out and leak. Could of been prevented
had he oil sprayed his truck!

RJ PICK UP SERVICE
241A Main Street North
Uxbridge, Ontario, L9P 1C3
Phone 905-852-4238
Email: rjpickupservice@hotmail.com

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