Category Archives: Feature Articles

It’s Time To VOTE! Not for President, for our Referral Reward quarterly winner!

Posted on September 29, 2016 by tomdwyer

The big news this month is all about YOU, and who you want to help in the world. We’re in Year 3 of our Referral Reward program, which, just in case you haven’t heard, is where we make a donation … Continue reading →

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Are we too expensive? How good is a low price on something you don’t need?

Posted on September 29, 2016 by tomdwyer

We’ve seen a few reviews and comments on the InterTubes lately with a common thread: “Tom Dwyer is expensive, but they’re worth it!” That’s not a bad comment to get and we’re obviously grateful that people see real value in … Continue reading →

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The Police We NEED- One solution to the plague of police shootings

Posted on September 29, 2016 by tomdwyer

It’s not news that police in many places have become a real danger to the people they are sworn to protect and serve. Police point to the danger and disrespect they face to justify increasing militarization of tactics and weapons, … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 October, 2016 September, Feature Articles, Newsletter Columns, Newsletters | Tagged blue courage, cjtc, conduct unbecoming, guardian police, king county sheriff, leed, militarization, police, police shooting, police training, protect, sue rahr, training, washington state criminal justice training commission | Comments Off

2016 Sellwood Concert Wrapup

Posted on August 25, 2016 by tomdwyer

Pictures, Car-of-the-Future, and our CONTEST WINNERS! We look forward to the Sellwood Park Concerts every year. Really, you can’t get any better than relaxing on the lawn while music plays and you enjoy the Oregon sunset. While some of our … Continue reading →

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Weighing Our Choices

Posted on August 25, 2016 by tomdwyer

Which candidate best represents America’s priorities? America is about to choose either Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump as President of the United States. That’s a surreal sentence to even write, but it is the choice we’ll all be faced with … Continue reading →

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We’re Very Good, And Now We Can Prove It

Posted on August 25, 2016 by tomdwyer

We’re now CERTIFIED for hybrids and electrics! Do you own a hybrid or full-electric vehicle? Thinking of buying one? Deciding to upgrade to an electric vehicle is just the first hurdle you’ll face. Once you’re the proud owner, where will … Continue reading →

Posted in 2016 August, Feature Articles, Newsletter Columns, Newsletters | Tagged ASE certified, certified, electric, electric vehicle, hybrid, hybrids, L3 certification, prius, qualified, technician certification, tesla, volt | Comments Off

A Peek Behind the Curtains

Posted on July 28, 2016 by tomdwyer

There’s ONE thing we do for EVERY vehicle at our shop… Clients will specifically ask for services like checking their tire pressures, replacing burned out bulbs, and filling their washer fluid. Of course we gladly say yes, and we say … Continue reading →

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AngiesList goes FREE!

Posted on July 28, 2016 by tomdwyer

AngiesList has our good reviews, but read our BAD reviews too! We heard some big news at the beginning of July… Angie’s List has been set FREE! For years Angie’s has been one of the premier review websites for service … Continue reading →

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THE Oregon Summer Camp

Posted on July 28, 2016 by tomdwyer

Westwind on the Oregon Coast What do you think of when you think of Summer Camp? The quiet joy of sitting by a campfire, making friendships that last a summer or a lifetime, feeling the confidence that comes from new … Continue reading →

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Who Makes YOUR Service Recommendations?

Posted on June 30, 2016 by tomdwyer

WE rely on non-commissioned ASE-Professionals The image of today’s auto repair industry has suffered from some careless businesses. Most shops do their best to make repair recommendations in their customer’s interests, but the commissioned pay structure of some shops can … Continue reading →