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Cars & Transportation Caution

Car won't start

The engine turns over or clicks but will not catch. Work through the usual suspects calmly.

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Technology

Computer won't start

The computer is dead or stuck. Rule out power and the simple things before assuming the worst.

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Cars & Transportation

Lost car keys

Your keys are gone. Secure the car and work through recovery versus replacement.

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Cars & Transportation Caution

Dead car battery

The lights are dim, the engine clicks, or nothing happens at all. Here is the safe way to deal with it.

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Cars & Transportation Emergency

Car accident

You have been in a collision. Safety first, then document everything calmly.

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Cars & Transportation

Car will not unlock

The fob does not respond. Try the mechanical key before anything else.

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Cars & Transportation Caution

Running out of fuel

The car is coughing or has stopped and you suspect the tank is empty. Get safe, then get fuel.

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Travel

Planning a road trip

Plan the route, the budget and the checks that keep the car reliable over distance.

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Cars & Transportation Emergency

Flat tire

A puncture on the road. Move somewhere safe before you do anything else.

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Cars & Transportation Emergency

Engine overheating

The temperature gauge is climbing or steam is coming from the bonnet. Stop safely and let it cool.

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Money

Need to reduce monthly expenses

Money is tight and you need to cut spending. Start with the biggest, easiest wins.

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Cars & Transportation

Warning light on the dashboard

A light is on and you are not sure how urgent it is. Colour is your first clue.

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Road trip checklist

Travel

Everything to check before a long drive, so the car and the passengers are ready.

~20 min Start

Home project checklist

DIY

Get a home project off to a safe, well-planned start.

~30 min Start

Winter preparedness checklist

Home

Get the home and the car ready before the cold arrives.

~60 min Start