Driver reports highway hazard from Canadian Tire oil change repair

A Newfoundland man, Travis Jones, experienced a dangerous loss of control while driving after Canadian Tire used plastic zip ties instead of proper metal bolts to secure a crucial part of his vehicle during an oil change in May 2023. Auto safety experts warn that such quick fixes can pose significant risks, challenging the reputation of Canadian Tire’s auto service centres as “Canada’s Garage.”

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