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- Dufferin Street dealt dubious distinction as Ontario's worst
May 07, 2012
After receiving thousands of suggestions from Ontario motorists about which roads in the province were the most deplorable to travel on, the Canadian Automobile Association has narrowed the list down to the 10 worst of the worst.
- Some Canadians not doing what's necessary for safety
May 03, 2012
While everyone may enjoy and appreciate the sense of security and peace that comes with feeling safe, a surprisingly large number of Canadians aren't taking steps to stay protected.
- OPP reports zero fatalities after weeklong seat belt campaign
April 24, 2012
If Ontario's roads looked like they had more of a police presence in the past week, it wasn't your imagination.
- Some Canadian car dealers to close doors, survey finds
April 19, 2012
A new report suggests that by this time next year, a considerable number of car dealerships that you may have visited will be out of the business.
- Changed behaviours put significant dent in traffic fatalities
April 10, 2012
There's some good news to report regarding traffic safety and auto insurance claim frequency in the province, the Ontario Provincial Police indicates.
- Hop home safely this Easter
April 04, 2012
As you gear up for the long Easter weekend with your family, the Ontario Provincial Police is reminding you to practice common sense and to not do anything foolish behind the wheel.
- What are Ontario's worst roads?
April 03, 2012
Every day, millions of drivers hit the roads as they make their way to work and school. With so many vehicles on the streets at any one time, it puts quite a toll on the upkeep of road surfaces, leaving drivers with hefty repair bills and auto insurance claims if they end up in an accident.
- Auto sales surge in January, further growth expected
March 21, 2012
Canadians kicked the new year into high gear by purchasing vehicles at a prodigious rate, a new report indicates.
- Drivers' attention diminishes after Daylight Savings Time
March 12, 2012
With most Canadians turning their clocks ahead one hour to account for Daylight Savings Time, a new survey indicates that many drivers admit to feeling less alert in the aftermath of performing the time change.
- Police bust insurance fraud ring
February 28, 2012
A lengthy auto insurance fraud investigation has resulted in the arrests of more than three dozen people in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Distracted driving remains prevalent
February 27, 2012
The Ontario Provincial Police recently wrapped up an anti-distracted driving enforcement campaign, and based on the number of citations issued, distractions continue to be a leading issue in the province that threatens overall traffic safety.
- Asian cars get nod for best value retention
February 21, 2012
A new report is providing consumers and the car-buying public with information regarding which vehicles stand the test of time.
- Crackdown on distracted Ontario drivers begins February 13
February 10, 2012
The Ontario Provincial Police is reminding motorists that they'll be heightening their presence on the area's roadways as it wraps up its latest distracted driving awareness campaign.
- Canadian police brush themselves up on staged collisions
February 07, 2012
In an effort to decrease auto insurance premiums for Ontarians, many law enforcement officers will be learning more about staged collisions this year, which ultimately wind up costing policyholders billions of dollars annually in excess premiums.
- IBC: 'Take time, learn about insurance crime'
January 30, 2012
With January being Crime Stoppers Month, the Insurance Bureau of Canada wants to make sure Canadians don't enter February without learning more about insurance crime and how it can be reported and prevented.
- Most Canadian seniors have licences, drive themselves
January 25, 2012
Statistics Canada recently released a study that details Canadian seniors' driving habits.
- OPP heightens enforcement to stop increase in accidents
January 19, 2012
The Ontario Provincial Police recently had some grim news to report. Despite being less than a month into 2012, the number of people who have died on OPP-patrolled highways has more than doubled when compared with the same time period in 2011.
- Canada involved in Decade for Road Safety
January 13, 2012
Many Canadian motorists know that 2011 in Canada was the National Year of Road Safety, as declared by the Canadian Global Road Safety Committee. However, they may not have known that the year was actually the launching point to a Decade of Action for Road Safety.
- MADD Canada president calls for random breath testing
January 09, 2012
Because of a high prevalence of drivers operating their vehicles under the influence in 2011, the need for random breath testing has never been higher, according to the president of MADD Canada.
- R.I.D.E. campaign results in 650 drunk driving charges
January 06, 2012
When the holiday season came to a close, it also ended the Ontario Provincial Police's month-long Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere campaign. The results of the initiative left the OPP's commissioner with mixed feelings.
- Albertans are Canada's most confident winter drivers
December 29, 2011
When it comes to assessing how competent Canadians feel when driving in treacherous conditions, Albertans are the most confident of them all, a new poll finds.
- Keeping holiday travels stress-free
December 23, 2011
To make sure families get to their locations without incident over the holiday, the Canadian Automobile Association of North and East Ontario offers a few recommendations to keep travellers as stress-free as possible.
- Study gauges motorists' understanding of impaired driving
December 21, 2011
While most individuals recognize the dangers of driving while intoxicated, new surveys indicate that these same people have been driven by someone who may have been drunk.
- Auto insurance fraud task force releases preliminary findings
December 13, 2011
For the past several years, auto insurance fraud has been a serious problem in Ontario, costing motorists millions of dollars in excess premiums as a result of individuals filing claims for accidents that never happened and the exaggerated injuries they suffered in them.
- OACP launches annual theft-prevention campaign
December 01, 2011
To help make sure people aren't victimized by theft, the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police has launched its annual crime prevention program.
- Ontario auto accidents drop 7 per cent
December 01, 2011
A new study of Ontario drivers indicates that motorists are performing better on the roads, as the rate of accidents over the past several years has diminished considerably.
- Ontarians steer clear of winter driving
November 29, 2011
A new survey indicates Ontarians are among those who generally try to avoid driving in treacherous weather conditions.
- Used-car sales market drives forward
November 25, 2011
While new-car sales are occurring at a swift pace, they're nothing compared to the used-car market, according to a report obtained by the Globe and Mail from automotive consultancy firm DesRosiers.
- Canadians remember road crash victims
November 23, 2011
November 23 marks the fourth annual commemoration of National Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims.
- Preparing cars for cold weather
November 16, 2011
With more regular snow events drawing closer, the Canadian Automobile Associated of North and East Ontario is reminding motorists how they can effectively prepare their vehicle for harsh conditions weather conditions.
- Ensuring safe driving for older Canadians
November 09, 2011
Because the effects of aging vary from person to person, the CSC says it's important for individuals to be aware of any physical changes that may affect road safety.
- TADA president: Auto theft an ongoing issue
October 28, 2011
With vehicle sales high, the car industry is prospering to a degree. But something else that's thriving is the rate of auto theft in Canada, according to the Toronto Automobile Dealers Association.
- Study: Impaired driving less common among Canadians
October 25, 2011
A new survey indicates that a leading cause of traffic accidents and fatalities is less prevalent among Canadian drivers when compared to other North American motorists.
- Auto insurance provider warns motorists of deer
October 12, 2011
With the arrival of fall, foliage in shades of yellow, red and orange line many of Canada's streets. Something else that increases in prevalence in the autumn months are wildlife sightings.
- Study reveals 12th graders' substance abuse
October 04, 2011
New findings have been released by the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse about the prevalence of drug and alcohol use by older high school students.
- Automaker offers discount for recycling clunkers
September 30, 2011
One of the world's leading automakers is offering Canadians a discount on a future purchase if they turn in their old cars for recycling.
- OPP issues citations to distracted drivers
September 30, 2011
In the third week of the Ontario Provincial Police Department's distracted driving campaign, more than 150 motorists were cited each day for the offense, a new report reveals.
- CAA to host car care clinic
September 29, 2011
With temperatures falling and the snow season nearing, many Canadians are gearing up for driving in wet, slippery conditions. And over the course of the fall, the Canadian Automobile Association will be holding several clinics for women looking to improve their car care skills.
- Students observe prevalence of distracted driving
September 29, 2011
During a recent experiment, students received a first-hand look at how common distracted driving is among Canadian motorists.
- CAA accepting old tires, dead batteries for free
September 27, 2011
Ontarians may have recently changed their tires to prepare for the winter driving season. If motorists' old tires have fallen into disrepair, rendering them unusable, the Canadian Automobile Association will take them off of their hands for free.
- New online resource created for tire shopping
September 26, 2011
The internet has made shopping easier for millions of Canadians. And after a recent announcement made by Canadian Tire, driving safer can be achieved through the world wide web as well.
- Labbatt launches second annual Be(er) Responsible Day
September 23, 2011
Labatt Breweries of Canada is taking a time out and reminding Canadians to drink responsibly.
- Study ranks Atlantic and Ontarian auto insurers
September 21, 2011
A new study is revealing what auto insurance company is favoured among Canadian policyholders in Ontario and the Atlantic provinces.
- New distracted driving website launched
September 16, 2011
With Alberta motorists now banned from using their cellphones at the wheel, a new website has been launched that aims to better inform Canadian drivers about the dangers of distracted driving.
- Traffic incidents up over Labour Day holiday
September 14, 2011
With Labour Day weekend traditionally being one of the busiest travel periods of the year on Canada's roadways, traffic incidents tend to be high as well. And according to statistics released by the Ontario Provincial Police, this year was no exception.
- 'Depreciation depression' experienced by many
September 14, 2011
While nine out of 10 Canadians understand that a new car begins to lose its value as soon as its driven from the auto dealership, a significant portion of these same drivers say they have experienced "depreciation depression."
- MADD Canada unveils new impaired driving campaign
September 08, 2011
With school back in session, MADD Canada has resumed its campaign of informing students about the dangers of impaired driving.
- OPP makes personal plea with motorists
September 08, 2011
In an effort to minimize the number of people who drive while distracted, the Ontario Provincial Police have released a variety of statistics indicating how dangerous the practice is.
- Drivers only associate cellphones with distracted driving
September 06, 2011
A new poll is indicating Canadians tend to associate a certain type of behaviour with distracted driving.
- Labour Day brings heightened OPP presence
September 02, 2011
With the arrival of the long Labour Day weekend, provincial police officers are urging Ontarians to bid farewell to the summer responsibly, as reckless behaviour can lead to tragic accidents on the roadways.
Contributing writers
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