Advice for your vehicles

A wealth of advice, providing answers to all your questions surrounding vehicles: buying or leasing a new car, buying a used car, maintenance and repair, electric mobility, safety and driving, fuel economy, you name it. We can also advise you on the purchase and handling of RVs, motorcycles, snowmobiles, quads, and bicycles.
CAA-Quebec road tests
Our team test-drives dozens of vehicles every year in order to give you an objective review. Our road tests are useful for: inspiring you, comparing vehicles or helping you make the ultimate choice.
Premier coup d'oeilTOYOTA RAV4 2026
A poster child that will most likely stay that way
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Road testPORSCHE Macan 2026
The authentic soul of a Porsche, with fewer stops at the gas station... and a sacrificed soundtrack!
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NouveauCHEVROLET Equinox 2026
Significantly improved, but overshadowed by the Equinox EV
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NouveauACURA ADX 2025
Well-designed, but not revolutionary, will the ADX make a real impact?
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Podcast

Electric mobility
SEASON 1 – 8 EPISODES
An entire season of the Sans détour podcast focuses on electric mobility: types of vehicles, new and used, lifespan, charging stations… We provide a complete overview.
All our mobility tips
ArticleGetting ready for a road trip
Planning a summer vacation
ArticleA buying guide to winter tires
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to start your car in cold weather
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleEngine block heater in winter: Is it necessary in Quebec?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to drive safely at night
Mobility on the roads
Article5 FAQs about electric vehicles (EVs)
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticlePrepare your motorcycle, scooter, or moped for summer
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to prepare your RV for summer: Key steps
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleDashboard warning lights: What do they mean?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleFlooded vehicle: What to do if your car has been submerged?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to prepare your car for summer
Planning a summer vacation
ArticleSummer heat and car battery: What you need to know
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleCar damaged by a pothole accident: What are your options?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleWhat’s the right tire air pressure for your car?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleWhen and why should you replace your car’s cabin air filter?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow long does an EV battery last?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleUsed electric vehicle buying guide
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleHow to save on gas: 15 simple tips
Mobility on the roads
ArticleHow to plan a road trip in an electric vehicle
Planning a summer vacation
ArticleFully electric vs plug-in hybrid: Which one to choose?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleCar maintenance tips: 10 common questions answered
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHome EV charging station: Buying and installation guide
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticlePublic charging stations: A user guide
Mobility on the roads
ArticleScooter vs electric bike: Which one should you choose?
Mobility on the roads
ArticleYour guide to RVs
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticlePractical guide to driving a travel trailer
Mobility on the roads
ArticleRoof cargo box: Purchase and installation advice
Mobility on the roads
ArticleHow to convert a vehicle for vanlife?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleQuebec’s lemon law in 5 questions
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleAsian tires: a good choice?
Maintaining a vehicle
Article12 effective tips to extend the lifespan of your vehicle
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleRecognizing, preventing and responding to driver fatigue
Mobility on the roads
ArticleTire speed ratings: why it’s important to comply with them
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleTravelling in an RV in the United States or Canada: A guide for memorable vacations
Planning a summer vacation
Article10 frequently asked questions about electric bikes
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleMountain biking is gaining ground
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleRoad safety at every age
Mobility on the roads
ArticleBoosting a car battery: follow the guide!
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to sell your car privately
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticlePutting your vehicle in/taking it out of storage
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleSchool zones: traffic rules and precautions
Mobility on the roads
Article6 ways to make the most of motorcycling season
Mobility on the roads
GuideChoice of models: where to look, how to compare
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideCar Maintenance: when and how
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideNew or used car: how to choose
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideFinancing a car – how to proceed
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideInsurance: what are the options?
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideDelivery car and registration: what you need to know
Buying or selling a vehicle
GuideWhat is your budget and what are your needs?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleOptions for on-the-go retirees
Retiring
Article6 tips for fun and safe quadding
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleDo you have to fix your car right away if you’re in an accident or collision?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleThe right way to clear snow and ice from your car
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleAuto parts explained!
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleHow to find a good, reliable auto mechanic
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleWinter sports: How to protect yourself from costly accidents
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleWhat to do if your car breaks down?
Mobility on the roads
ArticleFinding the list price for a used car
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleWinter RV storage
Maintaining a vehicle
Article7 tips for enjoying snowmobile season
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleAll-weather tires: not a good idea in winter
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleA complete guide to winter driving
Mobility on the roads
ArticleDriving assistance: What you need to know
Mobility on the roads
ArticleWhat to put in your emergency car kit
Mobility on the roads
ArticleRoundabouts 101
Mobility on the roads
Article5 car insurance terms to know
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleCycling and the Highway Safety Code: What you need to know
Mobility on the roads
ArticleShould you buy out or trade in your leased car?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleDo today's new cars still have to be broken in?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleHow to avoid hydroplaning
Mobility on the roads
ArticleBattery boosting gone wrong: A potentially pricey mistake
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleTips for extending the life of your car battery
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleWinter driving tips
Mobility on the roads
ArticleThe real cost of drunk driving
Mobility on the roads
ArticleMandatory winter tires: important clarifications
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleDriving an electric vehicle in winter
Mobility on the roads
ArticleThe pros and cons of buying tires online
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleShould you sell your car or get it fixed up?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleFive questions to ask yourself before buying your first electric vehicle
Buying or selling a vehicle
Article8 good reasons to get your car inspected
Maintaining a vehicle
Article6 tips for new drivers
Mobility on the roads
ArticleHow much does an electric car really cost?
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleRecycled parts: the smart choice for the environment and your wallet!
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleUnderstanding new-vehicle warranties
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticlePreparing your auto insurance quote request
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleDriving on slippery roads: it’s an art!
Mobility on the roads
ArticleWhen the low-fuel warning light comes on, how much farther can you drive?
Mobility on the roads
Article12 must-have emergency supplies for your car in winter
Mobility on the roads
ArticleRustproofing and other solutions to prevent rust on your car
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticlePreparing your car for winter
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleAuto insurance: to better understand and save
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleBroken windshield: repair it or replace it?
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleMobile phone use while driving: your guide to obeying the Highway Safety Code
Mobility on the roads
GuideEffects of aging on driving
Mobility on the roads
GuideRoad safety for senior drivers
Mobility on the roads
GuideMaintaining mobility: Learning to be a passenger instead of a driver
Mobility on the roads
GuideAssessing an older driver
Mobility on the roads
ArticleDriving on winter tires in summer: a risky venture!
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleATV, snowmobile, and outdoor recreational activities: Are you covered?
Engaging in sports and activities
ArticleCar insurance and impaired driving: what are the consequences?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleSnowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs): questions about registration
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleLending your car: am I covered?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleThe myths of summer driving
Mobility on the roads
ArticleMotorcycle insurance: the whole story
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleCar and parts theft: How to prevent it and what to do if it happens?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleAuto insurance: 6 tips for saving on your premium
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleWindshield wipers: Everything you need to know
Maintaining a vehicle
ArticleFender-benders: Who’s at fault?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleCollisions with animals: high-impact, in more ways than one
Mobility on the roads
ArticleVehicle rentals and insurance: what you need to know
Planning a trip
ArticleDoes my insurance cover everything in my car?
Insuring a vehicle
ArticleAre cyclists required to use bike lanes?
Mobility on the roads
ArticleCycling with a child: Recommendations
Mobility on the roads
ArticleBuying a car? Have it inspected first.
Buying or selling a vehicle
ArticleSnowbirds: do you need ton install winter tires on your car?
Planning a trip
ArticleJudging distances when driving a car or riding a motorcycle
Mobility on the roads
ArticleWho has the right of way when turning?
Mobility on the roads
ArticleScooter licence, price, exam and registration
Buying or selling a vehicle