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Shop Talk- Yes, you DO have the right to repair your vehicle

Posted on November 19, 2015 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month Brendan P. said, “You guys came in below estimate for an expensive set of repairs, finished the job earlier, much earlier than anticipated, and I left confident the work has been done … Continue reading →

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Flying Death Robots- What could possibly go wrong? This report tells us.

Posted on October 19, 2015 by tomdwyer

What strikes terror into the hearts of people in Somalia, Yemen, and Afghanistan? The knowledge that unseen drones are ready to strike. What strikes terror into the hearts of bureaucrats running a robotic death program? The sound of a whistleblower. … Continue reading →

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Shop Talk- Our $200 Quarterly Award, and a donation bounces back

Posted on September 9, 2015 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month “I’d like to thank the counter staff who gave me an article to read about buying a used car and advice on how to start looking.” -Paula W. Glad to do it, Paula. We write a … Continue reading →

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What to expect when checking in

Posted on August 26, 2015 by tomdwyer

When you arrive for your appointment, we’ll confirm things like: The exact problems you’re experiencing and the solutions you expect Whether you have scheduled to leave the vehicle with us or wait Courtesy Shuttle, rental car, or taxi arrangements Initial … Continue reading →

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November 2014 Bridge Offer

Posted on November 10, 2014 by tomdwyer

The Sellwood Bridge will be closed from November 19-21, 2104, for only the third time since the project began. During regular construction any inconveniences are minor, but a closure presents unique problems. You can still easily get to us by … Continue reading →

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Tom’s Tidbits- Can we solve ANY problems anymore?

Posted on October 14, 2014 by tomdwyer

Greetings! In last month’s newsletter, on the heels of the riots in Ferguson, Missouri, we offered several articles on abuses in the justice system. Since then Ferguson has faded from the headlines but the issues it brought out remain. Each … Continue reading →

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Keith Tucker’s What NOW Toon for October 2014

Posted on October 14, 2014 by tomdwyer

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Get Ready For Winter

Posted on October 14, 2014 by tomdwyer

Two Critical Areas Of Concern For Winter Driving (Originally appeared December, 2011) No one wants to be left on the side of the road in winter weather. It makes a great story for future holiday get-togethers, but it’s a miserable … Continue reading →

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What is a “Brownfield”?

Posted on October 14, 2014 by tomdwyer

How to clean up toxic eyesores in your neighborhood Ever heard of a ‘brownfield’? You probably drove past one today and didn’t even know it. They’re underused or abandoned properties with some kind of contamination; typically places like gas stations, … Continue reading →

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On time. On budget. Over 98% of the time.

Posted on October 14, 2014 by tomdwyer

Every time you pick up your vehicle from our shop you’ll find a pre-stamped postcard in your front seat. We encourage you to return these cards because we read every one and use your comments to improve our service to … Continue reading →