Tag: Automotives

  • My Wash Barn Reopens in Turner Valley with New Owners

    Are you ready to soap, rinse and wax in a bright, cheerful and clean new car/truck wash? A completely renovated and environmentally friendly car wash is now open on Edgar Avenue in Turner Valley with bright 10’ by 10’ bay doors leading into large 15′ x 30′ bays. Rick Goodwin has over 27 years experience…

  • AMA: We All Scream For (Free) Ice Cream

    Edmonton – When the summer heat hits, there’s nothing like a cold treat to cool you down. The ice cream truck is synonymous with childhood, and since 1902, its melodic chimes have brought children running, with change in hand, for an ice cream or popsicle. This July, the Alberta Motor Association (AMA), set out to…

  • Driver: Field of 600 Neglected Classics in Alberta to Be Auctioned Off

    Classic car restorers’ dream. [weaver_iframe src=’http://driving.ca/auto-news/news/field-of-600-neglected-classics-in-alberta-to-be-auctioned-off’ height=600 percent=100 style=”style”]

  • Okotoks Road Construction – Updates

    Crescent Road East Closure Crescent Road East will be closed between Maple Street and Clark Avenue for asphalt resurfacing from Monday, July 28 to Friday, August 1 (weather permitting). During this time, motorists are asked to please use the detour route that will be in place. Zone 2N-3N Water Main Twinning Project – Update: July…

  • 5 Hybrid Cars That Will Make You Say ‘WOW’!

    By Greener Ideal The tides are changing within the motoring world. With manufacturers becoming ever more conscious of environmental issues, and governments imposing ever stricter emissions regulations on these manufacturers, hybrid and electric cars are becoming more and more prominent on the global market. Rather sadly, hybrid cars have never really been viewed by petrol-heads…

  • Classic Car Recovered

    July 23, 2014 – The Calgary Police Service Auto Theft Unit, with assistance from the RCMP Southern Alberta Auto Theft Unit, has recovered a classic car stolen from its longtime owner. The 1962 Chevrolet Convertible Corvette was recovered from a DeWinton-area acreage this afternoon. It is currently being taken to the CPS forensics bay for…

  • Marv's Soda Shop Hosting Another Classic This Weekend

    Welcome back to the 50′s at Marv’s Classic Show N Shine, browse many beautiful classic cars, meet Elvis, enjoy 1950′s live music, good food and great company! The action will be happening in Black Diamond along 1st Street SW between Centre Ave W and 2nd Ave SW. on Sunday, July 27th. To register your vehicle…

  • Stolen Classic Car

    The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating a classic car stolen from its elderly and longtime owner. Sometime between 7 p.m., on Saturday, July 12, 2014, and 5 p.m., on Sunday, July 13, 2014, the red, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette convertible was taken from its parking space in the 9600 block of Bonaventure…

  • Speed restrictions on High Country Drive N.W. near Centre Street intersection

    High River – There will be speed restrictions in place and increased truck traffic along High Country Drive N.W. near the intersection at Centre Street beginning Tuesday, July 22. The work is expected to take two weeks (weather permitting). Please watch for crews, large trucks and obey traffic signs.

  • Vulcan Hosts 28th Annual Show n Shine on Saturday

    The Vulcan County Cruisers are shining up their rides and parking them on the street. Car collectors from all over will be joining the local car club to show off your automobiles. Registration goes from 9am to noon with a fee of $5 per vehicle. Stick around for the trophy presentations at 2pm. There is…

  • CTrain named in 10 Triumphs of Canadian Transportation

    Calgary Transit is pleased to have been recognized by the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) as one of their 10 Triumphs of Canadian Transportation. In honour of their 100th Anniversary, TAC has created the Transportation 2014 campaign to remind Canadians of the importance of transportation to our nation. Calgary’s CTrain was listed as one of…

  • Hwy. 547 Bow River bridge flood repairs delayed

    Repairs to the Hwy. 547 bridge over the Bow River have been delayed up to eight weeks due to high water levels and drilling difficulties. Last month, heavy rains and rising water levels once again threatened flooding across southern Alberta. In order to protect a temporary bridge support, the contractor brought in 150 cubic metres…

  • Three Must-Do's For Getting the Most When Selling Your Car

    For just about every Canadian car owner, selling a vehicle can be a stressful no matter how savvy the sales pitch. But getting the best deal possible is all about planning, according to Ian MacDonald, director of marketing at autoTRADER.ca. He says that following a few simple rules of thumb will help guide even sellers…

  • Okotoks Road Construction

    Southridge Drive The Town has begun resurfacing portions of Southridge Drive, Hunters Gate and Woodhaven Drive. Work is anticipated to end July 11, 2014 (weather permitting).Road closures will be necessary to accommodate the work. Please see the map below. The first stage will involve closing the southbound lanes, south of the bridge. During this time,…

  • High River Celebrated Canada Day in Newly Restored George Lane Park

    The River City Car Club held their annual Christmas in July in the park with all funds raised going to Rowen House. There were plenty of nice rides on the ball diamond and adjoining parking lot. Councillors Emile Blockland, Cathy Couey and Don Moore served up birthday cake after we sang O’ Canada at the…