Hey everyone, it's story time with Seth! I know, I know...you're begrudgingly thinking...why does…read moreSeth have to write another novel for a review when, does anyone really care!? Welp, I guess, I gotta do it. So, here at Kal Tire located in Cache Creek, British Columbia, Canada...I need to mention them, specifically my savior - Arthur Morgan - and relay this story... I have driven all over North America, from South Florida to Fairbanks, Alaska, through Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories and the upper regions of Canada. I have pretty much been fortunate through my journeys until this one day back over the summer of 2023. About 5 miles south outside the small town of Cache Creek, I got a severely flat tire, to the point my car wasn't movable. I barely had cell reception, no one was going to assist me, AAA was nowhere to be found. Do you think I had a spare tire? Of course NOT. Jack? NOPE. Seriously, I was in way over my head and I thought to myself...is it time for Seth to finally, "pay the piper"? I checked on Google Maps and there was this gas station, Kal Tire, open until 5pm and it was still only 3pm. There was a chance for help! I called up and a nice gentleman named Arthur answered the phone. I explained the situation. He asked what the measurements were on my tire. I had no clue. Arthur said, hey, he'll be over shortly to assist. I was sort of shocked, could I actually get lucky and scramble my way out of this mess? Just please, Arthur, come ASAP was the only thought dancing through my head. 20 minutes later a small 2 door Mazda pulled up to me and I smiled wanting to thank strangers now ready to assist me. Because...I had Arthur in his tow-truck coming to rescue me! But actually, this was Arthur, and his cousin accompanying him together. They examined my damaged tire and immediately took it off. They had the replacement with them and it appeared to be a matching one. Now Arthur explained to hop in his car with his cousin and get the replacement tire glued or patched onto my rim, and we'd settle the bill at his station. So I left behind my car and all my possessions on the side of TransCanada Highway 1 and headed over to his gas station - Kal Tire. It was a helpless feeling but I was compelled to trust Arthur. Well, actually, I had no choice. I was at his mercy. What else was I going to do? Sleep on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere and wait for 911? And this part got scary. But I want to be transparent... We drive away and now sitting in the back of this 2-door compact car had me feeling somewhat claustrophobic. We passed through the entire town of Cache Creek without stopping, and now I'm looking left and right and pondering...where is the gas station!... Holy moly I thought in my head..."am I being kidnapped"? "Could this be the end"? "Have I messed up badly"? All this while my parents' voices pounding the table in my head..."we told you to be careful but you never listen to us!" Now...I'm all of a sudden feeling lightheaded and nauseous. It was this out of body moment in time, that I think, may live with me forever. Finally! We arrived at Arthur's body shop. Getting out of the car was an indescribable relief. I was then happily greeted by his dog and that fever pitch tension was immediately broken, lol. Arthur left me briefly sitting in the front counter waiting area while he connected the new tire to my rim. It took maybe 15 minutes. Then he politely asked for $120 - Canadian. I gladly accepted. Btw, $120 - Canadian = $80 US, a bargain that I've never been happier to pay for! And I was able to pay by credit card which does the automatic Canadian-US exchange rate for me. Finally, we returned back to the road in Arthur's car (without his cousin) so I got to sit in the front seat, lol. Getting to chat with Arthur and learning a little bit about his life, hearing his story and being a native of Cache Creek, BC since he was young. And just...getting to hear the human side of someone who was my hero on every level, I couldn't thank him enough. Arthur put on my new tire. He even checked my oil to make sure I was safe to continue on my adventure. And we mutually said goodbye. Arthur, he won't know this... But all this time I couldn't have gotten luckier. Really, without him and his honesty and kindness, I had no one else to turn to. I explained a little of this to him (while trying not to become emotional) and all he asked from me in return was...assist someone else who may be in the same difficult circumstances as I had confronted. And I promised to keep my word on that. Thank you, Arthur Morgan. I will never forget you. And it's an incident like this that helps me keep things in perspective. Never take things for granted. Life is short. Live happily. Make the most of moments with loved ones. Thanks for coming along on my rollercoaster storytelling.

We had exceptional service in a timely manner on our way to Prince George. BC. While driving from…read moreAshcroft to Cache Creek the brakes were making a very loud noise. Soon as arrived they offered and completed a free brake inspection. Both back brakes needed to be replaced, work started immediately. Very kind and friendly service. Overall, it was just under an hour from the time we arrived to finished. After our visit, the car is running well, no problems. Never had service this great at any auto repair business. Cost for repair was a very good price also! Was surprised at how low it cost. Great value!!

Great service, proffesional drivers. Very fast service and helped all steps of my accidentread more

Quick response, had fuel gelling issues. Towed me right to a shop and stayed around to make sure I…read morewas able to get it fixed. Even offered his own vehicle to get me home if it wasn't a quick fix.

My girlfriend and I got a flat tire on our way through Lillooet and George Mathew really came…read morethrough! Thank you so much for all the help and hard work that was put into getting us back on the road. Especially on a Sunday! It was very much appreciated!

On my way down the mountain from hunting my fuel pump quit in my pick-up. I got a lift into to…read moreLillooet to find a tow which brought me to George at Lillooet towing. George it seems couldn't do enough for me from going to get my truck and trailer to finding me a mechanic and driving me to a motel. He even offered to pick me up the next day. He's a very knowledgeable operator to a helpful guy...... I would strongly recommend him................ Paul Gauthier

Shell, sponsor of the Shell 4000 back in the 60's. A rally that spanned from Canadian Coast to…read moreCoast. No other rally has been as great since in the history of Canada's rally scene. So as it is, when I come to Cache Creek, I will most likely fuel up the car here. For history's sake and cause my father loved Shell. It's not the fanciest of gas stations in this town, but it's quaint and matches the town setting well. Besides that, what else can I say? Gas is gas?

I made arrangements in Yelp Project and owner Alex get back to us on to move an old projection TV…read moreover 200lbs from the basement. Alex showed up prepared and equipped on time and we were able to move it from basement to curb. I have to say Alex did an excellent job to help my dad (over 90) to bring this TV to recycle plus some stereo electronics. He used to live in Coquitlam area and his truck is huge can haul a lot of stuff. I highly recommend his service and we will definitely use him again next time.

Came here to get some gas. There is no gas for 100km W of here, so if you are heading W, it may be…read moreprudent to fill up here. And of course, those heading E can probably use a good fill-up too. The place is staffed mostly by First Nations. I noticed on the website they try to specifically hire them, which explains why there are so many of them at this location. The lineup here is a bit of a war zone, as everyone passing by under the sun tries to get in here. The pumps don't have card readers built in, so if you want to use a credit card, they physically hold your card inside the store. You then go inside and pay after doing your thing. Inside you can buy a bunch of knick-knacks. There is also a hot food stand, if you are hungry. I'm not sure about the freshness of the food, but considering the number of customers, I'd imagine that you'd be somewhat safe. No need to recommend this place, since there's a good chance you'll end up here if you're passing through anyways.

Bannock Hot food,…read morebakery, gas, groceries. Picnic tables outside on grass looking over the scenery.