Block Heater

• Tips for keeping your vehicle in shape during the chilly Saskatchewan winters

  Rodney Finnie recommend not running your car through the day unless it is for a long period of time as it drains the battery for next time.

  Canada

  Dec 21, 2022
  
• Arctic airmass across much of Alberta prompts extreme cold warning

  An arctic airmass has settled over much of Alberta, where temperatures will dip below -30 C Thursday into Friday and the wind chill will make it feel like - 40.

  Weather

  Dec 1, 2022
  
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• Block Heater 2020: Who, what, when, where and how to enjoy this year’s festival

  Are you ready for the "marathon" that will be the 2020 Block Heater music festival? Here's what you need to know for your weekend of art, music and good times.

  Feb 4, 2020
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• Maintenance tips so your vehicle starts in a deep freeze: plug it in, tune it up, pack a roadside kit

  With winter weather here, drivers are advised to have an emergency roadside kit in the car and make sure their block heater and battery are in good condition.

  Traffic

  Jan 7, 2020
• Too many Albertans are not preparing their vehicles for winter: AMA survey

  A new survey released by the Alberta Motor Association has found a lack of awareness as the leading factor for Albertans not preparing their vehicles for winter driving.

  Traffic

  Nov 26, 2019
• Ford F-150 owner outraged over lack of property compensation after engine block heater catches fire

  A B.C. couple whose Ford F-150 caught fire due to a faulty engine block heater has been waiting months compensation for their damaged property.

  Consumer

  Nov 18, 2019
• Block Heater music festival warms up Calgary’s arts scene in frigid February

  For the fourth year in a row, the Block Heater music festival is taking over downtown Calgary with live entertainment at several iconic arts venues. 

  Entertainment

  Feb 23, 2019
• Tips to keep your car starting during the cold snap in Winnipeg

  With chilly temperatures in the forecast for Winnipeg, experts are reminding people to keep their cars warm.

  Environment

  Jan 29, 2019
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• Your car can be affected by the cold just as much as you can

  If your car doesn't have a block heater, experts say there are other options you can rely on to ensure your car starts during extreme cold spells.

  Dec 31, 2018
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• Tips to keep your vehicle running smooth in the cold weather

  Humans aren't the only ones who don't always feel like getting out and working in frigid cold temperatures. Sometimes, our vehicles just don't want to start.

  Weather

  Dec 8, 2016