Best cars in Winter Canada While the snow may be a sign of bliss for some Edmonton residents, others find it menacing, murky and frustrating. Not only can the snow be a source of aggravation when it comes to home maintenance, but also vehicle maintenance and even everything down to daily necessities, such as driving to work. When it really starts to come down outside, don’t be stuck with a rinky dink car that will get you nowhere fast. We compiled a list of a few of the best car in winter Canada for you to make sure you’re preparing as much as possible. Of course, the more powerful the vehicle is, the better it will handle, but you don’t have to go out of control to get a reliable, capable vehicle. Read More

How to change the oil in a Dodge Dart For those of you who are more vehicle-inclined than others, it can be an easy process to change your own oil in your vehicle. We understand it’s not the most difficult procedure and can often times save you money should you choose to do it yourself (If you don’t want to do it yourself, though, we’ve got you covered). The first step in learning how to change the oil in your vehicle is to know the make and model and sometimes model year. For this case, we will be looking at how to change the oil in a Dodge Dart. The Dodge Dart is Dodge’s compact car that is full of fun features, easy to handle, gets great fuel economy and is extremely affordable. The Dart requires very little upkeep besides routine oil changes, which is one reason it is so appealing to so many different drivers. Read More

Why should I get four-wheel drive Anyone in the market for a new vehicle, especially an SUV, especially in Edmonton, has most likely thought about why should I get four-wheel drive. Let me tell you, there is one thing you don’t want to be caught without in an Edmonton winter: four-wheel drive. Even if you’re an Edmonton native, the weather here is so unpredictable and unreliable, you never ever know what you’re going to get. Winters are especially brutal because of the cold weather, ice, snow and wind. It doesn’t help, either, with all of the lakes in our great country that produce wind and more cold. Read More

2014 Edmonton firework laws One of the most popular and exciting ways to celebrate Canada Day is by either purchasing and shooting off fireworks yourself, or going to a professional firework show. Other popular ways to celebrate Canada Day are by attending parades, organizing picnics or watching others perform live music. However, if you’re choosing to celebrate Canada Day, which takes place on July 1 each year, you should know the 2014 Edmonton firework laws before you end up in more trouble than you bargained for. Read More

What is on a CarFax If you’re purchasing a pre-owned, or new-to-you as we like to say, vehicle it’s always a good idea to ask to see the CarFax. A CarFax report is an official report that states everything the vehicle has been through, such as flooding or hail damage, any maintenance repairs it’s seen, such as a transmission replacement, and how many miles the vehicle officially has. While this may seem like trivial information at the time of purchase, especially when you’re mostly concerned about the price of the vehicle, taking the once-over of a CarFax, or at least knowing what is on a CarFax, may help you avoid what we in the car industry call a lemon. Read More

What to bring to the World Cup The 2014 World Cup starts tomorrow, and trust us, we can’t wait. Not only does the World Cup bring out a competitive spirit among the countries participating, it gives us a reason to get excited about something, keep up on current events and be social. Even if you’re not that interested in the 2014 World Cup or the sport of football (soccer) in general, you can bet there will be a new group of regulars at your local taverns when you go during the World Cup. For those of you traveling to the World Cup, we came up with a list what to bring to the World Cup. You’ll need the essentials such as sunscreen and undergarments, but there are a few things you may want to bring that you didn’t even think of. Read More

What does it mean if your check engine light comes on When the dreaded yellow light comes on on the dashboard, we bet you can’t help but groan. You groan because that little light is a sign that you’re going to spend more money on something that could add up to a lot. Unfortunately there is no quick and easy answer to the question what does it mean if your check engine light comes on, but we can help you narrow it down to a few common issues. If you’re still unsure, or not very well-versed in the auto-realm, we encourage you to bring your vehicle into our service department and we will do whatever we can to help you figure out the issue. Some of the most common causes of a check engine light are below: 1. You need to replace your oxygen sensor Read More

How to get into a locked vehicle While we understand this post may on its surface seem like we’re promoting grand theft auto, we’re really not. We understand that sometimes unexpected occurrences take place, like locking yourself out of your vehicle. (We just hope it’s not running!) More and more vehicles are becoming technologically advanced to the point where this type of incident is easily avoidable, for example, by offering doors that don’t lock unless the key is outside of the vehicle, but we understand that not everyone has caught up with these advanced features quite yet. For those reasons, we thought it’d be helpful to come up with a few tips on how to get into a locked vehicle. To reiterate, we don’t promote or condone auto theft, these tips are simply for someone who has locked him or herself out of their vehicle. Read More

What to bring to the Indy 500 If you’re heading to the Indy 500, we’re jealous. As car enthusiasts, one of the most exciting things to see is cars going fast. And boy does the Indy 500 fulfill that desire. The Indy 500 takes place in Indianapolis Motor Speedway near Indianapolis, Indiana. The Memorial Day Weekend event takes place this year on Sunday, May 25. Racing fanatics often make their way to the motor speedway well before the races start to engage in some pre-match jousting, drinking and eating. When packing for the big event, you may be wondering what to bring to the Indy 500? We came up with a race-day list that will hopefully help you and your friends enjoy the day even more. What to bring to the Indy 500: Race tickets and parking passes- you won’t get in anywhere without these. Read More

Top 5 summer car care tips Transitioning from the harsh Edmonton winters to balmy Edmonton summers requires a lot of preparation not only physically but mentally. Whether it’s shedding a few pounds to look good in a swimsuit or unboarding the windows, it’s a process to get ready for the warmer weather. One often overlooked part of preparing for the summer is getting your vehicle ready. As your car care experts, the staff at Great West Chrysler wanted to make sure you have all of the information you need to get your vehicle ready for summer, so we came up with a list of the top 5 summer car care tips. 1. Check your tires Your tires and brakes are two of the most essential pieces of your vehicle, besides the engine of course. Without either of these, your vehicle will not work as you’d like, for obvious reasons. Check your tires for wear and tear, especially if you’ve driven on rough, snowy roads all winter. Check tread depth and pressure as well. Read More