School is back in session in our area and this is a great time to review school bus safety. In Alberta all registered buses designed to carry more than 10 passengers, including the driver, must be inspected semi-annually. Zarowny Motors Service Department provides these inspections. The Government of Alberta assists employers and potential new school bus […]
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Last Summer Long Weekend of 2016
It is, unfortunately, the sunset of summer, 2016 and the September long-weekend is right around the corner. We are turning our thoughts and tasks to school preparations, but maybe, just maybe, you and your family want to squeeze the last bit of summer out of 2016. There are several events going on in our region for the Labour […]
International Awards for Best Engines
The folks at Engine Technology International Magazine recently announced their 2016 Engine of the Year Awards in 12 engine size categories. Ford engines made the short list in four of the categories (International Engine of the Year, Green Engine, Sub 1 Litre, New Engine) and had 2 engines in a fifth category ( 2 – 2.5 litre). Of […]
Vacationing Close to Home
Staycation (a portmanteau of “stay” and “vacation”) is defined by Wikipedia as a period in which an individual or family stays home and participates in leisure activities within driving distance, sleeping in their own beds at night. Here in the Lakeland, there are many festivals, museums, beaches and parks that would make an ideal staycation destination for individuals […]
50th Anniversary of Le Mans
Here is a great tidbit for car history buffs. June marks the 50th Anniversary of the 1966 Le Mans 24-hour car race in which Ford achieved a historical 1-2-3 finish. A recent article in Road and Track offers a great summary of the 1966 event: Le Mans, the first time an American car manufacturer won the […]
The Henry Ford
The Henry Ford is a museum and innovation centre, located in Dearborn, Michigan, showcases over 300 years of history, and 26 million artifacts. The Henry Ford is a great family attraction that provides a historical look at Ford’s culture, multiple inventions, historical innovators and the can-do spirit. There is a re-creation of a 19th century town call Greenfield Village. It is […]
Best Canadian Road Trips
Your summer plans may include a road trip to a family reunion or wedding, but you may also have time this summer to squeeze in a scenic drive along one of Canada’s top road trip picks by Zoomer Media. Let’s enjoy our own backyard this summer and celebrate all that Canada has to offer. 7 […]
Surviving a Family Road Trip
Summer vacation is here and what better time to take a family road trip. Preparations for the trip can be overwhelming with children, tweens and teenagers, but following this list will help you. Activities – colouring sheets, markers, sketch book, electronic games (headsets needed), movies, audio books, knitting crafts, loom bracelets, new music downloads, books and magazine, camera […]
Ford’s Self-Driving Innovations
Ford is one of 11 companies that have autonomous-vehicle testing permits, according to December data from the California DMV. And California is the place leading the way in developing regulations for self-driving vehicles. The state’s Department of Motor Vehicles is finalizing regulations for the everyday use of autonomous cars with the goal of releasing them […]
Top Safety Pick In Trucks Announced
Here at Zarowny Motors, we are always sourcing information about vehicle performances and reviews, the latest accessory options and sales challenges to assist our customers in making knowledgeable choices. We also like to highlight special news items about Ford technology and what it means to Ford owners. The following is a perfect example. This is a recent news release by […]