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29 Nov 2023

You could be driving a stolen Re-VIN vehicle: What you need to know before purchasing your next vehicle

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28 Nov 2023

What does Loss of Use mean in car insurance?

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14 Nov 2023

Vehicle thefts and home invasions: Why your home is now a target for vehicle thieves

A young family on a road trip charging their EV

18 Oct 2023

Maintaining Your EV: Tips on How to Maintain an Electric Vehicle(EV)

An EV driver charging up an EV in a rural environment

18 Oct 2023

Current Events: An update on EV infrastructure

An EV driver on a wintery road

18 Oct 2023

Tips for Driving an EV in the Winter and Snow

Andrew Genovese and Izzy Cossarin, Canada’s first automated Electric Vehicle

1 Aug 2023

An Arrow aimed at tomorrow: What do automotive engineers do

The Project Arrow Electric Vehicle

1 Aug 2023

An Arrow aimed at tomorrow: How to build your own electric car (EV)

Andrew Genovese and Izzy Cossarin, Canada’s first automated Electric Vehicle

1 Aug 2023

An Arrow aimed at tomorrow: Autonomous EV engineering in Canada

A close up image of a rider walking towards a motorcycle with helmet in hand

20 Jun 2023

Get your motor running…with a mind on motorcycle safety

A mother putting a joyous one year old in a car seat.

14 Jun 2023

Aviva Journey driving app is now one and our users are thriving

A highway sign with the amount of savings from Aviva Journey

21 Mar 2023

Signs that point to savings – How Aviva Journey drivers are earning a car insurance discount

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15 Jan 2023

Car insurance for first-time drivers

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15 Jan 2023

Does personal car insurance cover rental?

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15 Jan 2023

Does my personal car insurance cover business use?

Smashed side quarter glass car window

15 Jan 2023

Is personal property covered under car insurance?

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15 Jan 2023

Personal auto insurance for ride-share drivers

12 Dec 2022

Don't let your vehicle catch a cold

A cheerful woman driving to work

21 Nov 2022

Work commute changed? You may need to update your insurance too

A happy couple in the front seat of a car, enjoying life’s journeys while the driver still maintains focus and attention on good driving

28 Sep 2022

A seven-day journey to good driving habits with a driving discount app

A closeup image of a driver, calmly and carefully adjusting her rear view mirror to ensure a safe journey

28 Sep 2022

Giving the green light - easing your hesitation about insurance driving apps

A close-up image of a driver, with the seatbelt on, and with hands firmly on the wheel in the correct driving position to ensure good driving

28 Sep 2022

How a driving app can tailor your insurance premium to your driving habits and increase your car insurance savings

15 Aug 2022

Electric vehicles environmental impact

15 Aug 2022

Tips on buying an electric vehicle

20 Jun 2022

Insuring your electric vehicle or Hybrid

14 Jun 2022

What information is needed for an auto insurance quote?

14 Jun 2022

What to consider when getting a house or auto quote

13 Jun 2022

Vehicle carjacking is on the rise!

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11 May 2022

Enjoy your Journey to savings and safer driving

19 Apr 2022

Your motorcycle is valuable. Does your insurance company know how valuable?

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19 Apr 2022

How to avoid potholes while driving: Things to know about driving during the pothole season

29 Mar 2022

What you need to know about fake, counterfeit car parts

22 Mar 2022

How to Avoid Insurance Fraud After a Car Accident

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15 Mar 2022

Prevent vehicle theft: Tips on how to avoid having your car stolen

21 Feb 2022

Get off to a safe start this year, check for outstanding safety recalls on your vehicle

21 Feb 2022

Prepare your car for summer driving

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10 Dec 2021

Access roadside assistance in Canada

29 Oct 2021

How to: Winterize your vehicle

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25 Oct 2021

Stay safe this Halloween

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11 Oct 2021

What happens if you cancel car insurance?

11 Oct 2021

Why did my car insurance go up?

30 Sep 2021

Staying safe on the roads this fall

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17 May 2021

Speeding Seatbelt Tickets

Two men involved in a minor car collision

18 Nov 2020

A crash course in minor collisions

20 Jan 2020

What to do in the Winter to ensure your collector car is ready for Spring

Two men involved in a minor car collision

17 Jan 2020

Drug impaired driving

27 Nov 2019

What to do after a car accident?

23 Oct 2019

Preventing vehicle theft

Multiple cars on a busy highway in the winter

3 Dec 2018

VIDEO - Refresh your smarts for safe winter driving

Son receiving keys for his first car from his dad.

27 Feb 2018

Buying a Car

Friends broken down on the side of the road replacing tire with emergency kit.

9 Feb 2018

Car emergency kits can be a life saver

Red car speeding through the street.

8 Jan 2018

Keep safe and sober on the roads this season

Brooklyn bridge in New York City

19 Oct 2017

Auto accident in the US? What next?

Driving down a road in rainy weather

19 Oct 2017

Are you following these Safe Driving tips?

19 Oct 2017

A windshield replacement is only a stone’s throw away

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