Safety
Dog-Stracted Driving: How Your Dog Puts You At Risk
Great article about the dangers of distracted driving with your pets. Everyone at Douglas Automotive Repair wishes you safe travels! This entry was posted in Safety and tagged Distracted Driving, Safety on July 5, 2017.
Read MoreRoad Trip Vehicle Inspection
Douglas Automotive Repair wants to make sure your summer road trip is trouble-free! Through the month of June, we’re offering a Free Vehicle inspection with Oil Change (visit our website for further details). Don’t need the oil change? We can still check your vehicle out while you wait. Give us a call today to schedule…
Read MoreChecking Brakes Frequently Saves Money and Lives
When it comes to vehicle safety, brakes top the list of systems that need to be routinely inspected and repaired immediately should drivers suspect any problems. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle operation and control under a variety of conditions. However, many people are unaware of the signs and symptoms that their brake…
Read MoreFor Safer Teen Drivers, Read This Before Handing Over the Keys
Moms are the ones who usually cart kids around from school to scouts to baseball. More often than not, these women take responsibility for the repair and maintenance of their vehicles. But what happens when the kids grow out of the backseat and into the driver’s seat? Who’s looking after their vehicles? Automotive preventive maintenance…
Read MoreWhat Drivers Should Do After A Car Accident
Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren’t worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 to report the accident. Not only will this help in case of serious injury, but it will…
Read MoreWinter Car Safety Tips
Advance planning can keep cars running in tough winter weather. In many parts of the country, where unusually warm weather has prevailed, winter may seem far away. But colder weather, snow and ice will be coming, even if belated, and Douglas Automotive Repair has some simple tips to keep your car running smoothly and safely…
Read MoreDaylight Savings Time Ends This Weekend, Time to Change Your Wiper Blades
Many drivers procrastinate when it comes to changing their wiper blades. For them, it’s just not a priority. But the American Optometric Association reports that 90 percent of driving decisions are based on visibility. With that statistic in mind, It is critical to change wiper blades regularly. Installing a new pair will immediately improve the…
Read MoreHappy Halloween!
Passing on a reminder to please drive slowly through your neighborhoods, and be extra vigilant entering or exiting driveways as the trick or treaters head out in search of their goodies! Wishing everyone a fun and safe evening, with lots of treats! Happy Halloween from everyone at Douglas Automotive Repair! This entry was posted in Holidays, Safety and…
Read MoreDaylight Savings Time Ends November 6th, Check Vehicle Lights
The end of Daylight Savings Time happens in most parts of the United States on Sunday, November 6th and creates unfamiliar driving conditions that can be hazardous without proper vehicle lighting. Douglas Automotive Repair recommends vehicle lights be checked before the clocks “fall back” to help ensure safe driving, especially during dusk and peak evening traffic hours. A…
Read MoreExtreme Heat Presents Invisible Danger to Motorists and Vehicles
With temperatures soaring to record highs around the country over the next few days, Douglas Automotive Repair cautions motorists not to underestimate the ways in which extreme heat can wreak havoc on vehicles. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures is not only a threat to passengers, but a vehicle concern as well. Knowing the dangers and…
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