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PROPAGANDA! A deep dive into the news that makes you stupider just for watching it

Originally posted Dec 15, 2016 as “News That Makes Us ALL Furious… PROPAGANDA!”, Updated Aug 27, 2020 and Feb 16 2024 (NOTE:  This was first written as part of our “News To Make You Furious” column in the Tom Dwyer … Continue reading

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We’re VERY good at electric vehicles, and now we can prove it. Again.

Do you own a hybrid or full-electric vehicle?  Thinking of buying one?  Deciding to upgrade to an electric vehicle is just the first step on a long path.  Once you’re the proud owner, where will you go for the expert … Continue reading

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Tom’s Tidbits- There’s something I’d like to brag about…

Greetings, If you’re reading this you obviously already know about our company newsletter.  Most companies have one these days so we’re hardly breaking any new ground there.  But I think our newsletter, like our company, is unlike any other and … Continue reading

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We’re Closing Out 2023 And Opening The Door To 2024

So why should you bother to read the Tom Dwyer Newsletter? Too much of the stuff you get in your inbox is spam, so why shouldn’t the monthly email from your mechanic join the heap?  GOOD QUESTION!  Tom always says … Continue reading

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We Have A Winner!

YOU VOTED, and our $1000 Referral Reward goes to… It was a nailbiter in this years’ Referral Reward voting.  All our eligible groups got at least one vote, and our winner only won by a one-vote margin.  If you want … Continue reading

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What are ‘crumple zones’? How do they keep you safe?

A recent Facebook post about a collision involving a Tesla Cybertruck showed the Cybertruck unscathed and the other vehicle demolished, while the Cybertruck driver was injured and the vehicle passengers were unharmed.  The post blamed this on a lack of … Continue reading

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Book Spotlight- “Parable of the Sower” by Octavia Butler                                                                                               

This month’s book comes from a recommendation from someone on our Facebook page.  It’s been on our list so long we no longer know who, specifically, recommended it, but if you’re the one who turned us on to it… thank … Continue reading

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Health Notes- What’s the root cause of obesity?                                                    

Major Study Claims to Identify The Root Cause of Obesity: Fructose, Michelle Starr in ScienceAlert: Health, Oct 2023 from the article:  “A major analysis, led by medical doctor Richard Johnson of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, suggests that … Continue reading

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Kyle’s Kitchen- Italian Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad                                                                   

This is a salad that eats like a whole meal. It stays within most New Year’s resolutions while still packing a ton of flavor and filling you up. If you’re like me and aren’t all that resolute anyway, then enjoy … Continue reading

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