Category Archives: Feature Articles

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

Posted on January 23, 2024 by tomdwyer

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!

Posted on January 23, 2024 by tomdwyer

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?

Posted on January 23, 2024 by tomdwyer

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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The 1880’s called… they want their election back.

Posted on December 27, 2023 by tomdwyer

A jaw-dropping election is still undecided after three years It’s a sad, sad thing if anyone turns to their mechanic for news, but we have a story to share that was news to us and we’re sorry to bet it … Continue reading →

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Get ready for Winter!

Posted on December 27, 2023 by tomdwyer

Two critical areas of concern for winter driving Fall is over, but Winter is just beginning.  No one wants to be left on the side of the road in winter weather!  It may make a great story for future holiday … Continue reading →

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Prioritizing Your Auto Services

Posted on October 16, 2023 by tomdwyer

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 →

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How To Avoid A Predatory Tow

Posted on September 19, 2023 by tomdwyer

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 →

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Who Will Help In YOUR Hardest Time?

Posted on September 19, 2023 by tomdwyer

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 →

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Ignorance Can Be Bliss- How a ‘veil of ignorance’ can help us all

Posted on September 19, 2023 by tomdwyer

Ignorance can be bliss A Veil of Ignorance can help us all In today’s world, we all seem to be grasping for moral or ethical absolutes that aren’t there.  Maybe some things aren’t really arguable; for example we can all … Continue reading →

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What does my vehicle need in this heat?

Posted on August 9, 2023 by tomdwyer

What does my vehicle need in this heat? We may have some good news for you Let’s start with some good-ish news… we aren’t seeing record-breaking heat.  No, that came around in 2021 when Portland hit a staggering 116 degrees.  … Continue reading →

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