Category Archives: Car Information

Shop Talk- How to stretch your auto repair dollars

Posted on October 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

It doesn’t pay to be a coupon shopper when it comes to auto repair. If your brakes need to be fixed then they need to be fixed NOW, not as soon as there’s a coupon for it. On the other … Continue reading →

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Popcorn- Headlight Polishing- Before and After

Posted on October 31, 2011 by tomdwyer

This year’s summer is already a brief memory as we get ready to deal with the wet reality of winter. Good visibility is critical for winter driving safety! You know that now is a good time to replace those old … Continue reading →

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Popcorn- Driving Laws by State

Posted on October 7, 2011 by tomdwyer

Whether you’re planning an out-of-state road trip or an out-of-state move, the vehicle laws of the other states probably fall pretty low on your list of priorities. That is, until the flashing blue lights appear in your rearview mirror. Having … Continue reading →

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Business Fleet Services

Posted on August 15, 2011 by tomdwyer

I’m Tom Dwyer, In business, your vehicles are critical… every minute they’re off the road costs your company. Since 1981, we’ve provided precise service and maintained client satisfaction rates over 99%… but did you know we also offer programs specifically … Continue reading →

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19 Tips To Save On Gas

Posted on July 29, 2011 by tomdwyer

Simple tricks to stretch your gas dollars Wow. Take a look at this graph. It shows the trend of the weekly average price of regular gas across the country. Is it any wonder that we’re trying to squeeze the last … Continue reading →

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When Will YOU Switch To Synthetic Oil?

Posted on July 6, 2011 by tomdwyer

Synthetic oil is better for you, your vehicle, and the planet. Not so long ago, few people had heard of synthetic oil and even fewer wanted to buy it. Things have changed… crude oil prices are rising, people are keeping … Continue reading →

Posted in 2011 July, Car Information, Environmental, Feature Articles, Newsletter Columns, Newsletters, Uncategorized | Comments Off

Shop Talk- Who cares about your company’s vehicles?

Posted on July 6, 2011 by tomdwyer

We do everything we can to make sure our clients receive top-of-the-line mechanical service for their vehicles and personal service for themselves. We hope we succeed, and we hope that’s what keeps you coming back. But, did you know this … Continue reading →

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Don’t Get Taken For A Ride Tips for buying a NEW car on YOUR terms

Posted on June 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

“If you know your enemies and know yourself, you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles.” -Sun Tzu It may be a little extreme to view car buying as war, but as in any conflict the same rules apply. … Continue reading →

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Electricity in a Box- The Shocking Truth About Your Car’s Battery

Posted on April 29, 2011 by tomdwyer

If you’ve used our Tom Dwyer Client Shuttle, you’ve probably met Jeff Anderson, the main shuttle driver. The shuttle van is often a source of lively conversation, about life, politics, and sometimes even cars, so Jeff knows what many of … Continue reading →

Posted in 2011 May, Car Information, Feature Articles, Newsletter Columns, Newsletters | Comments Off

Tips on finding a quality auto shop

Posted on April 27, 2011 by tomdwyer

We believe that Tom Dwyer Automotive Services offers the highest quality automotive repair and maintenance in the Portland area, and that we offer advice and recommendations you can trust for your long-term vehicle needs. The question is, if you find … Continue reading →