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11 July 2017

Myth or Fact?

Myth or Fact?

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Let’s put you to the test and see how much you really know about cars. Are those myths or facts?

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Question 1

SUV's are safer than cars.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

The bigger the car, the best chances you have at surviving an accident. Still, it doesn't mean that smaller cars aren't safe!

Question 2

Red cars cost more to insure.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

The color of the vehicle has no impact of the insurance cost.

Question 3

It's illegal to drive barefoot in Canada.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

There are no laws on the subject.

Question 4

It's illegal to drive with your dome light on.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

Even if we don't recommend it, it's not illegal to drive with the dome light on.

Question 5

The type of gas has no impact on the speed of your vehicle.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

Whichever gas you choose, you won't be faster.

Question 6

Manual transmissions are more fuel effective than automatic transmissions.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

While this was true a few years ago, automatic transmissions are no less effective than manual.

Question 7

Idling saves more gas than turning off your vehicle while waiting for a few minutes.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

After more than 10 seconds, idling will cost you more gas than turning off your vehicle.

Question 8

Your gas bill may be influenced by the temperature.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

Gas pumps are calibrated at 15 Celcius degrees, so it might be best to fill your car around this temperature.

Question 9

Modifying your car will void the warranty.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

Even though you won't be covered for the part you modified, you'll still have your warranty for the rest of the car.

Question 10

Using your air conditioner is more gas efficient than opening the window.

A	Myth
B	Fact

Explanations for question $ 1:

Actually, opening your window will help you save a tiny bit of gas compared to the air conditioner, but it's too small to make a real diferrence.

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