Many people dread visits to the mechanic. Auto shops consistently rank among the top complaints filed with the Canadian Council of Better Business Bureaus (CCBBB). But putting it off could risk your safety and cost more in the long run. Schedule your service today, and use this advice to help avoid dishonest mechanics, excessive repair bills and common scams.
Are you worried about staying safe behind the wheel? As a person ages, the specific skills necessary for safe driving begin to deteriorate. Eyesight and hearing worsen, reflexes slow and cognitive functions decline. Even though older adults are less likely to practice risky driving behaviours, a person’s chances of being in a fatal car accident begin to increase at age 75.
Your home has well-lit stairways, household cleaners in an upper cabinet and smoke detectors with fresh batteries. So it's safe, right?