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VOTE for our 2023 Referral Reward YEARLY AWARD!
Which ONE of these deserving groups will get $1000? Only YOU can decide! We’re very proud that most new clients of Tom Dwyer Automotive Services find us through our existing clients… people who tell their friends and family what they’ve … Continue reading
Tom’s Tidbits- We’re moving! But we aren’t going anywhere at all.
Greetings, Since I’m taking a break from political news for a while, I’m not going to comment on its shortcomings. I’m not paying attention so I don’t see the problems, much like a huge chunk of citizens, there doesn’t seem … Continue reading
Prioritizing Your Auto Services
Prioritizing Your Auto Services It takes much more than a Magic 8-ball. We think we offer the highest quality auto service possible, but is that our greatest value to you? Our most valuable feature may be the way we manage … Continue reading
Shop Talk- How do we know if you’re on track for service?
Comment of the Month- How do we know if you’re on track for service? This month, Seth W. asked if he was on track for his power steering flushes… Hi Seth, Just wanted to drop … Continue reading
Health Notes- Placebo Effect Revisited
Placebo Effect Revisited The New York Times and Ted Kaptchuk feed into more confusion about placebo effects. Steven Novella on Science-Based Medicine, Oct 2023 “In a recent editorial for The New York Times, researcher Ted J. Kaptchuk, who directs placebo … Continue reading
Kyle’s Kitchen- Tempting Treats of Terror
Kyle is a wizard in the kitchen, and Halloween is the time for wizards. This month we bring you his Deviled Eyeballs recipe, but the terror goes even further… Scroll on down to Kyle’s Assortment of Appalling Appetizers, then surf … Continue reading
Book Spotlight- Books to understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Books to understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, by various authors The World’s attention turned yet again to the Middle East as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict burst into flame… yet again. If you’re like our ‘Your Car Matters’ staff you’re only vaguely aware, … Continue reading
Popcorn Shorts for October 2023
Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the sublime to the ridiculous, check in here for crunchy bits of … Continue reading
How To Avoid A Predatory Tow
They’re expensive and inconvenient, but you CAN avoid them… or fight back. If your car breaks down you’ll need a tow. It’s expensive and annoying, but it’s unavoidable. If it DOESN’T break down you want to avoid a tow at … Continue reading
Who Will Help In YOUR Hardest Time?
Who will help in YOUR hardest time? The Trauma Intervention Program was there when WE needed them. -By Charles Letherwood, Outreach Advisor, Tom Dwyer Automotive Services As Tom’s Outreach Advisor I write a lot of articles for this newsletter, and … Continue reading