Posted on 4/25/2025

Heavy rain doesn’t just make the drive more uncomfortable—it dramatically changes how your vehicle handles. One of the most common types of accidents during rainy weather is the rear-end collision, and there’s a reason why they spike every time the skies open up. Reduced traction, longer stopping distances, poor visibility, and slower reaction times all play a part in turning wet roads into crash zones. Even experienced drivers aren’t immune. When it comes to driving in the rain, confidence can sometimes work against you. Understanding why these collisions happen—and how to avoid them—can help keep your vehicle and everyone inside it safer during the next downpour. Rain Reduces Traction When your tires hit a wet surface, they don’t grip the pavement as well as they do on dry roads. This is especially true if the road has oil buildup, worn asphalt, or pooling water. As a result, your braking distance increases, an ... read more
Posted on 4/1/2025

You will be able to take an electric car for a spin—no strings attached—next month in Kelowna. The non-profit group that hopes to help Canada achieve its goal of 100% electric vehicle sales by 2035 or earlier will be spending much of April in Kelowna. Plug’n Drive and NexDrive will bring the EVs are for Everyone Cross-Canada Tour to A-Plus Automotive, which is located at 2165 Rutland Ct., from April 3-20, and to Highway 33 Napa Autopro, which can be found at 160 Hwy 33 E, from April 14-16. The tour’s mission is to educate Canadians about electric vehicles using a sales-free, no-pressure model. “Plug’n Drive is delighted to have the support of NexDrive on this journey toward Canada’s net-zero future,” Plug’n Drive president and CEO Cara Clairman said in a press release. “NexDrive recognizes the power of connecting Canadians with hands-on experiences like test drives and EV education as a way to accelerate the transition to ... read more