How to Mount Your Phone in Your Car Properly

Distracted driving is a serious problem for drivers everywhere today. The Insurance Corporation of B.C. estimates that roughly 25 per cent of all crashes involve distracted driving. It kills approximately 78 people per year in B.C. While distractions are everywhere—from the stereo to passengers—one particular distraction is becoming more and more worrisome: your smartphone. Your … Continue reading How to Mount Your Phone in Your Car Properly

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Traffic Tickets in British Columbia

Traffic tickets can have long-term negative effects. If you are convicted of a traffic violation, it can result in points on your driver’s licence and fines. Ultimately, these points will increase the cost of driving in BC. The government also has an option to garnish your wages or bank account if you fail to pay … Continue reading Traffic Tickets in British Columbia

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Leasing a Car in British Columbia

Before you lease a car for personal or family use, you should compare the benefits and drawbacks with buying the vehicle outright. Leases can be smart financial choices in some situations, but looking at all your options first is a good idea. The Basics: What is a Lease? You enter a lease agreement when you … Continue reading Leasing a Car in British Columbia

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Understanding the ICBC Points System

ICBC claim Lawyer Vancouver The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) adjusts your driver risk premium and driver penalty point premium based on how many points you have. Under the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act, you will receive points on your driving record for every traffic, speeding, or another driving offence. Certain Criminal Code violations … Continue reading Understanding the ICBC Points System

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Avoiding Skateboard Accidents in Vancouver – Diamond and Diamond BC

Skateboarding is a popular activity in Vancouver, particularly for the younger populations. Many people also use skateboards and longboards in addition to bicycles and motorcycles to travel as well. Using a skateboard or longboard to move is a fun and healthy way to get around town. However, these methods of travel can be dangerous, even … Continue reading Avoiding Skateboard Accidents in Vancouver – Diamond and Diamond BC

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Safety Tips for Bicyclists

Bicycle traffic has increased significantly over the past few years. Thankfully, collisions involving bicycles have surprisingly decreased  slightly in the Vancouver area. This decrease is likely attributed to Vancouver’s focus on bicycle safety and ensuring that bicyclists have reliable roadways and pathways to use. Keeping the collision numbers down means that all bicyclists should continue … Continue reading Safety Tips for Bicyclists

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