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Oxygen Sensor

Many people hear the term “oxygen sensor" and figure it must have something to do with sensing oxygen. But they don’t really know much beyond that. Let’s break it down; your vehicle ...
Published on: Jun 07, 2026

Simple Answers from The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc for TRUCKEE: Exhaust Service

{{ image('MzQy') }} Question:My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Answer:Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be ...
Published on: Mar 08, 2026

Making Sense of the O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor Replacement)

As you know, today’s vehicles rely on a lot of computers in them to keep them running clean and efficiently.  Those computers depend on information delivered by several sensors throughout t...
Published on: Aug 17, 2025

Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more vehicles being offered with diesel engines.  Diesel is a very popular choice in much of the world.  North America is just starting to close the gap b...
Published on: Mar 28, 2024

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our TRUCKEE neighborhoods that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.{{ image('https://s3.amazonaws.com/www.autonettv.com/...
Published on: Jun 18, 2023

Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Diesel engines are appearing in more and more vehicles in nearly every category from compact cars to pick-up trucks to high-performance luxury vehicles.  In much of the world, 40% or more of pass...
Published on: Oct 11, 2021

Exhaust Service at The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc

Driving around TRUCKEE, we've all heard a car or truck that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler. The exhaust system has three main functions: Safely ge...
Published on: Jun 15, 2018