Posts Tagged ‘vehicle inspection’
Can You See, Steer, and Stop?
Vehicle Inspections Raise the Question! The car in front of you has no brake light and an approaching vehicle has only one headlight. Have you ever considered how many vehicles surrounding you are in less than in tip-top condition? The number is astounding. In fact, less than one out of four get a clean bill…
Read MoreAvoiding A Stalled Vehicle
The stalled car syndrome, more noticeable on our roadways than in our driveways, has been with us for generations. But it becomes more critical with increased population. Beyond missed appointments or being late for work it also results in the condition known as road rage. Not only can a disabled vehicle have an annoying “ripple effect”…
Read MoreSummer Travel
Hitting the road this summer or perhaps for the holiday weekend? It’s always a good idea to have your vehicle checked out prior to traveling to make sure it’s as reliable as possible and to minimize problems while you’re traveling. Douglas Automotive Repair would be happy to do a “trip check” on your vehicle before…
Read MoreHow To Tell If Water Has Damaged Your Car
With heavy rain pounding many parts of the country, there’s a good chance that you’ll drive through high water that could damage your vehicle. Even though your vehicle may not have been flooded or completely covered in water, you should follow these guidelines to check for damage due to water intrusion or contamination: Check interior…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Best Car for Your Teen
Looking for a car for your teen driver? There are several things—not just the price—to consider. Here are some guidelines from AAA to help you make your decision. Buying your teenager’s first car can be daunting. There are many considerations—from affordability to reliability to safety. And more teens die each year in car crashes than…
Read MoreWhat To Do After You Buy a Used Car
When you buy a used car, it’s brand new to you. However, people sell cars for different reasons. Maybe they just wanted something new or maybe they just couldn’t wait to get rid of it. Maybe it was a little bit of both. So how do you know what you’re getting? Used cars with lower…
Read MoreHomebound College Students or Holiday Road Trip?
It’s that time again! Many of you have students who will be returning home with the family vehicles for Thanksgiving/Winter break. Or, you may be heading out of town over the Holidays. This month, we’re offering a “Road Trip Special”– a FREE Vehicle Inspection with Oil Change. To ensure you get where you’re going (either back to…
Read MoreGhouls and Goblins Make Halloween Driving Spooky
For drivers, the spooky part about Halloween is that little ghouls and goblins often dress in dark colors and in costumes that cover their eyes, and some get so excited they simply forget road safety rules. To help keep trick-or-treaters as safe as possible, Douglas Automotive Repair Inc reminds motorists to drive slowly, especially through…
Read MoreTake The Scare Out Of Winter Driving
When the weather outside is frightful, a little advance preparation will take the scare out of winter driving. A few preventive vehicle maintenance steps will keep you from being stranded in severe winter weather. The thought of a breakdown, an engine not starting or otherwise being stranded is scary as it is, but those things…
Read MoreDoes Your Car Make The Grade?
As the end of summer nears, students are getting ready to head back to school. Whether it’s driving to college or carpooling with other neighborhood families, a properly maintained car is the safest, most dependable way to go. When your passengers are your children and their classmates, making sure your car gets more than a…
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