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said my husband.“Neat,” said I.“You’re going to love it,” he added.“I bet,” I nodded.“When we go on road trips we won’t have to

change the station,” he said.“How about that,” I said, and carefully

stacked the boxes with all the bits and pieces required for installation into a tidy pile.

Several weeks later, after his prompts to make an appointment at Performance Car Stereo in North Van didn’t get the desired effect, my gift-giver called them and set the date for me. One morning without my car and a quick lesson later, and I was ready to hit the road.

I poked Channel 1, and got an earful of standard Top 40. From Channels 4 through 9 I discovered a direct correlation to past decades of music (of course I paused at ’80s on 8 and ’90s on 9 . . . those were my party years, after all).

I soon discovered a fondness for Alt Nation on Channel 21, First Wave on Channel 22 and the mellow acoustic tunes on The Coffee House (Channel 30).

I decided to skip the 24-hour a day Springsteen (10) and Pearl Jam (17) channels, and sampled two minutes of Howard Stern (100) only to get incredibly offended . . . I avoid him at all costs now.

Still, it wasn’t long before I was driving the long way home so I could sing along to an old Clash song, and even sat parked outside my house for 20 minutes once as I tried to decide on my pre-set channels (still an entertaining work

in progress). Among my current favourites: The Spectrum on Channel 18, Iceberg (85) and CBC Radio 3 (86).

So, as it turns out, I love it — there are 120 stations with no commercials! Plus, we took a family ski trip to the Interior at the end of January, and we didn’t have to search for new stations; our reception remained clear.

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SPRING has fi nally arrived; it’s that time of year to pack the family into the car and take off for a long weekend road trip.

Before you drive too far from home though, make sure your car made it through the winter season without a hitch.

Chuck Taylor, general manager of Taylormotive Auto Repair says it’s important to do a safety inspection after winter driving to make sure that everything is operating properly with brakes, suspension steering and exhaust.

“The problem today is that there’s a lot of salt on the roads. What happens is that a lot of salt gets in the brake mechanisms especially with disc brake cars,” he said.

Give the car a really good wash, inside and out, to get all of the leftover salt or any additives that cars get coated in during the cold season. Salt that builds up on the fl oor mats that doesn’t get washed out can eventually cause rust underneath.

In fact, keeping your car washed and waxed throughout

the seasons is recommended to prevent dirt and rust from biting into the paint.

The next thing to check is the tread on the tires. If you have winter tires change them to summer tires, and check the tire pressure to ensure they haven’t defl ated. Tire rotation is suggested every 9,600 kilometres.

Before people take off to go on an adventure the windows should also be inspected for cracks, and especially important for where we live is making sure wiper blades are in good condition.

Road-trippers should also

be on the lookout for any lights that are out.

“It’s important to make sure your lights are aimed properlyand that they are in good condition. Lenses tend to fogup and can look a little yellow. If you sit in traffi c, the coating gets all glazed and yellow. Some cars look like the headlights are hardly even working; that’s due to exhaust emissions when you are in traffi c,” said Taylor.

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On the North Shore, cars are likely to be the victims of rust. Rust develops when the metal is exposed to air or moisture for a period of time, even from tiny rocks chipping the paint.

There are some things car owners can do to protect their car from falling victim to rust.

Make sure your car is washed regularly. When clean it’s easier to see if there are chips in the paint, which, “is the perfect breeding ground for rust,” said Brad Green, owner of Elite Auto Body.

If cars aren’t washed regularly then dirt, grime and salt provide a perfect slice of heaven for salt and rust to take a bite out of your car.

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aluminum these days and the majority of panels are steel, as soon as the steel is exposed to the air is will start to rust within days,” said Green.

Some auto body companies advertise paint protection services that will make a car rustproof for a lifetime but there is some doubt to that claim. The sealants are actually estimated to last for roughly a year.

Can’t make it to the body shop right away? A can of touch up paint is a good idea to keep on hand to temporarily protect the exposed metal. And in a pinch, clear nail polish will do the job until you can drive to the body shop.

“The problem with rust is it’s cancer for your car. If you get at it right away then you can stop it from expanding,” said Green.

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$5995TAXES & ENVIRONMENTAL

CHARGES EXTRA FOR MOST VEHICLES. PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM PRICING.

INCLUDES

• OIL CHANGE• BRAKE INSPECTION• TIRE ROTATION• INSPECT STEERING

COMPONENTS

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IF IT’S BEEN 6 MONTHS SINCE YOUR OIL WAS CHANGED, YOUR TIRES ROTATED, YOUR BRAKES CHECKED OR YOUR

STEERING INSPECTED – IT’S TIME NOW!

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999 West 1st St., North Van. 604.924.5330Licensed Technicians. Government approved inspection facility.

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COLLISION & RUST REPAIR

1525 Welch Street, N. Vancouver

T/F 604-983-2118Fine European Crafsmanship

Edward Staronedwardstaron@shawbiz.ca I.C.B.C. Claims Welcome

235 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver604-984-4334

•BRAKES •TIRES •GENERAL MECHANICAL

AUTOMOTIVESERVICE

Serving the North Shore since 1964

*Suzuki vehicles only. Plus taxes and levies. Expires April 10/11.

North Van Suzuki1695 Marine Drive, North Vancouver604-983-3911 www.northvansuzuki.com

$5495 *

SMART SERVICE

SUZUKI SMART SERVICESUZUKI SMART SERVICEINSPECTION & TIRE ROTATIONINSPECTION & TIRE ROTATION

• Change engine oil, install a new Suzuki Genuine oil filter and report.

• Check all fluid levels & report: a) Transmission fluid b) Differential fluid c) Transfer assembly fluid d) Clutch fluid e) Brake fluid f) Engine coolant g) Windshield washer fluid

• Check and inspect air filter and report

• Lubricate all locks, latches and hinges and verify proper operation

• Check and adjust tire pressure

• Check the operation of all lights and horn and report

• Rotate tires

• Inspect front brakepads and report

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TUNE UP AND DRIVE

WHEN it comes to purchasing a new vehicle, you might want

to consider buying the most fuel–effi cient one that meets your needs.

Follow these tips to help you make an informed decision:

■ Do some research before you leave home — The Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

website, www.vehicles.nrcan.gc.ca, lets you compare the fuel consumption of various makes and models of vehicles for a specifi c year.

■ Check out the EnerGuide

Label — Compare vehicles using the EnerGuide label that is found on all new cars. The label shows city and highway fuel consumption ratings and an estimated annual fuel cost for that particular vehicle. The values may not be perfect but they’re a start.

■ Choose a vehicle that fi ts your everyday needs in terms of size and power. Put some serious thought into your space and cargo needs — do you really need a minivan when a compact would do? Passenger cars with smaller engines tend to deliver better fuel economy than those with larger engines. Keep in mind horsepower levels have doubled over the past two decades and the power available in today’s subcompact cars exceeds that of many midsize sedans of the mid-1980s.

■ Choose a manual instead of an automatic transmission. Look for the transmission option that minimizes fuel consumption. Generally speaking, manuals will use less fuel, saving up to 100 litres a year.

■ Two-wheel drive vs. four-wheel drive. The added

weight and drive train losses you get with four-wheel and “all-wheel” drive systems increase fuel consumption. Although all-wheel drive can offer better traction when accelerating under slippery conditions, it doesn’t assist in turning or braking; there is no substitute for safe driving habits.

■ Think about your extras. Accessories and power features can be a big drag on an engine, increasing fuel consumption. How much do you really need a sunroof or roof rack? Are they worth the increased fuel consumption and emissions?

Do your homework and watch your savings add up and your emissions go down.

—News Canada

Do your fuel homework before you buy THINKABOUT YOUR

VEHICLE NEEDS BEFORE YOU HEAD TO THE DEALERSHIP