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Ignition System
Produces the ignition spark at the spark plugs. Main components are battery, ignition coil, distributor, spark plugs, switches and wiring.

Importer
an organization that typically operates at arms length or under contractual agreement with manufacturers to bring products made in another country into Canada.

Independent Repair Shop
small service outlet offering specialized repair services. Usually does not sell gasoline.

Independent Suspension
Suspension system which allows each of the two wheels of a given axle to move up and down independently.

Canada gas tax breakdown per province - Out of each litre of gas you're buying, how much of that amount is going to your government. View breakdown on all provinces and how they compare.

2011 Toronto Auto Show - Visit our photo gallery of the 2011 Toronto Auto Show. See pictures of what the auto manufacturers had to offer for 2011.

Children driving your car - GPS tracking. - You love them, you trust them, now it's time to track them - say goodbye to your precious, beloved car - teenagers behind the wheel.

High gas prices? Think again. - So you think you're paying too much for gas?. Take a look at pricing of gas around the world and see how Canada stacks up against other countries.

With today's gas prices surpassing $1 dollar mark we take a look at other fuel alternatives. Hybrid vehicles, CNG, Propane, what other alternatives do we have? Read our article on propane and natural gas