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Drew’s Kitchen- Picnic Pasta Salad

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

There are legends, passed down from generation to generation, that August weather is frequently warm and sometimes even borders on hot.  You wouldn’t know it from our weather so far this summer!  However, if a summer picnic is still a … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Turning left onto Tacoma is a BAD IDEA!

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

We do everything we can to bring you in and keep you happy, but sometimes keeping you happy means making it easy for you leave.  If you’re planning to take the Sellwood Bridge, traffic can make a left turn frustrating … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts- Improving Your Summer Gas Mileage

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

Stretch your dollars for that long family trip  With summer driving season here, we’re all looking for ways to get the best possible millage out of our vehicles.  Our friends at AC Delco Intune magazine suggest these easy tips below, … Continue reading →

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“The Man” Called. He Wants His Elections Back.

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

Voter-owned elections are on the chopping block in November On November’s general election ballot, down below the candidates for U.S Congress, below candidates for governor and the Oregon legislature, and even below candidates for local office, there will be a … Continue reading →

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How Long Do You Want Your Car To Last?

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

Sensible planning achieves your vehicle goals For all the complexity in modern vehicles, there is one irreplaceable system that is more critical than any other to keeping you on the road confidently and safely… you.  Each driver must take responsibility … Continue reading →

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Tom’s Tidbits- Time to munch some popcorn

Posted on February 10, 2011 by tomdwyer

Greetings! The BP gusher appears to have been stopped, and since I’m being told the 200 million plus gallons of oil have been lifted up on angel’s wings there’s nothing to be upset about there anymore.  My Government assures me … Continue reading →

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Advice You Can Trust

Posted on February 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

I’m Tom Dwyer It’s easy to find automotive advice, but advice you can trust based on years of professional experience is harder to come by. Automotive advice from your neighbor, your brother, or the mail man, while offered with genuine … Continue reading →

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Illahee #2- Atkisson

Posted on February 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

I’m Tom Dwyer Margaret Mead said that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens is the only thing that ever changed the world.  The second speaker in this year’s Illahee Lecture series will explain why. Alan Atkisson is a leader … Continue reading →

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Clients are Forever

Posted on February 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

I’m Tom Dwyer When I started in the auto service industry in the seventies, I was told “no vehicle was ever beyond repair”. Those used up vehicles weren’t economically totaled rolling illusions; they were “ROSES”…, which is true… from a … Continue reading →

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Political Integrity

Posted on February 3, 2011 by tomdwyer

I’m Tom Dwyer What happened to the integrity we once demanded from our public figures?  The status quo ignores standards of truth, shamelessly perpetuating lies and hyperbole no matter how twisted or baseless. It no longer matters if an argument … Continue reading →

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