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You've packed your bags, booked time off work, and are ready to hop in the car and travel to spend time with friends and family for the holidays. But have you ever wondered if your car insurance will protect you out of province?

In the thick of holiday festivities, your safety is probably the last thing on your mind, but you should be aware of several risks unique to this time of the year. Check out our list of tips below on how to protect yourself, your loved ones and your property this holiday season.

Will you be ready for anything on the road this winter? It's a good idea to stock your trunk with a winter driving emergency kit, just in case your car stalls. You can buy a car emergency kit at most stores that sell automotive products, but if you want to make one yourself, or enhance one you've already bought, here's what you'll need:

It's an unfortunate fact of life, but owning and operating a car is very expensive for students, especially when you consider additional expenses such as gas, insurance, oil changes and regular maintenance.