Buying Guide
Portable Tire Inflators for Canadian Winter Driving
Why tires go soft in a cold snap, and how to choose an inflator that works in winter.
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Motor oil, oil filters, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid.
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A plug-in OBD2 adapter pairs with a phone app to read and clear check-engine codes before you pay a shop just to run a scan. Confirm your vehicle has the 16-pin OBD2 port and that the adapter lists your phone (iPhone or Android). How to choose an OBD2 scanner.
Underinflated tires waste fuel and wear unevenly, and tires lose pressure as temperatures drop. A digital inflator lets you top up to your door-placard pressure in the driveway. Choosing an inflator for Canadian winters.
A magnetic vent or dash mount keeps your phone secure and visible for navigation, without fumbling with clips one-handed.
Streaky, chattering wipers are a safety issue in the rain. Beam-style blades conform to your windshield's curve better than old-style frame blades.
A lithium jump starter lets you boost your own battery without a second car, and many double as a USB power bank. Match the unit to your engine using the maker's stated engine-size rating. How to choose a jump starter.
A dual-channel dash cam records both directions continuously, which can be the deciding evidence after an accident or parking-lot hit-and-run.
Buying guides and how-tos to help you choose the right gear the first time.
Why tires go soft in a cold snap, and how to choose an inflator that works in winter.
Read more →Check compatibility first, then pay only for the features you'll use.
Read more →Cables need a second car; a jump starter needs a charge. Which belongs in your trunk.
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