- Mon 7:30AM - 5:30PM
- Fri 7:30AM - 5:30PM
- Tue 7:30AM - 5:30PM
- Sat Closed
- Wed 7:30AM - 5:30PM
- Sun Closed
- Thu 7:30AM - 5:30PM
- Temporarily Closed on Saturdays due to COVID-19.
COST SAVING TIPS
10 Minute Pre-Trip Checkup Can Pay Off
A properly maintained vehicle is safer and more dependable and will even
save a few dollars at the gas pumps. Motorists should plan ahead to allow
time to perform necessary maintenance themselves or at the local service
facility.
Car Care Council offers three suggestions for a traveler's 10-minute pre-
trip checklist:
- Check all fluids - There are several fluids that require attention: Engine Oil, power steering, brake and transmission fluids, and windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.
- Check all hoses and belts - A belt failure can affect the electrical system, air conditioning, power steering, and the cooling system. Cooling system hoses may be deteriorating from within, so old hoses and clamps in marginal condition might need to be replaced.
- Check the tires - Check tire inflation and inspect the tread for uneven wear, indicating the need for wheel alignment. Also look for bulges and bald spots.
Follow these tips to maximize fuel efficiency of your vehicle:
- Vehicle gas caps - about 17% of the vehicles on the roads have gas caps that are either damaged, loose or missing altogether, causing 147 million gallons of gas to vaporize every year.
- Under inflated tires - when tires aren't inflated properly it's like driving with a parking brake on. It can cost a mile or two per gallon.
- Worn spark plugs - A vehicle can have either four, six or eight spark plugs, which fire as many as 3 million times every 1,000 miles, resulting in electrical and chemical erosion from heat.
- Dirty air filters - A clogged air filter creates a "rich" mixture - the proportion of gas to air is incorrect. This wastes fuel and causes the engine to lose power. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10%.
- Don't drive aggresively - Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by as much as 33% on the highway and 5% on city streets.
- Avoid excessive idling - sitting idle gets zero miles per gallon. Letting the vehicle warm up for one to two minutes is sufficient.
- Drive the speed limit - Gas mileage decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph. Each mile driven over 60 results in an additional 10 cents per gallon. Increase fuel efficiency by using cruise control.
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What People Say About Us
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Thomas D.The service is always swift and dependable and the staff are great to deal with. I recommend them highly.
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Dave D.Took my daughter's car in for something that I messed up and they very quickly found the problem and fixed it for a reasonable fee. I was very happy with this. Thanks
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Debbie S.After spending $2k at a different shop trying to get the check engine light off on my 2001 Ram, D&D had the problem solved in less than an hour. I highly recommend this shop and will be returning to them for all of my vehicle repairs from now on.
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Len W.D & D are the only place I trust to work on my cars! They have always been prompt,courteous and fair priced. I give them the highest recommendation possible!
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Gerard R.I have been using D&D for about one year now and couldn't be happier, They charge a fair price and stand behind there work, I can honestly recommend them to anyone that needs work on there car or truck, My wife felt very comfortable as did my mother-in-law when dealing with them alone. My point is they treat woman well, As many places talk down to woman. So feel safe using them, they are honest and friendly.
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Wendy C.honest! that is the best way to describe them.
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