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John Ducker: Changing speed limits confusing for drivers

John Ducker: Changing speed limits confusing for drivers

Changing speed signs is only one small part of making roads safe. At the top of the World Bank’s list is developing comprehensive public transport systems.
Comment: Maybe, finally, we will talk about cyclist safety

Comment: Maybe, finally, we will talk about cyclist safety

I’ve personally had so many near misses that I can’t remember them all. A few, however, are embedded in my mind, and those memories sometimes haunt me and anger me to this day.
John Ducker: E-riders, wear a helmet — and slow down!

John Ducker: E-riders, wear a helmet — and slow down!

There’s a significant rise in e-scooter and e-bike related injuries that protective gear and slower speeds could help mitigate.
Highway widening project in Sechelt to last until end of September

Highway widening project in Sechelt to last until end of September

Contractors, Capilano Highways, hoping to minimize delays
John Ducker: Going the wrong way is baffling, but it happens

John Ducker: Going the wrong way is baffling, but it happens

The problem with wrong-way driving, you might guess, mostly lies with driver error.
John Ducker: What to do if your vehicle catches fire

John Ducker: What to do if your vehicle catches fire

Turn off the ignition to stop fuel going to engine of gas-powered vehicles. With electric vehicles, shutting down stops the power train and all accessories from working.
B.C. man ordered to pay $4,219 for car parts

B.C. man ordered to pay $4,219 for car parts

The complainant said he paid $3,830 for car parts he didn't receive.
John Ducker: Lesser-known secrets of safer driving

John Ducker: Lesser-known secrets of safer driving

Some important but less obvious tips that can make a big difference for a safe commute.
What are electric car batteries made of, and why do they keep EV prices so high?

What are electric car batteries made of, and why do they keep EV prices so high?

Edmunds explores the composition of an electric car battery, from lithium to nickel to manganese and more.
Langdale school looks for better Forbes Trail access

Langdale school looks for better Forbes Trail access

SD46 to support accessible education and safe transportation