The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc
12000 PIONEER TRL TRUCKEE, 96161 | 530.587.2178

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Busted in TRUCKEE: The Maintenance Free Myth

Quality surveys report fewer problems with new cars than ever before.  So, does that mean that modern vehicles have become maintenance free? Back when cars spent more time in the repair shop, pe...
Published on: Dec 08, 2024

Service Intervals

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I'm really confused about auto service intervals for various items on my car. Help!The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Answer:The simple answer for TRUCKEE residents is to follow ...
Published on: Oct 20, 2024

Why is Air Not Coming Out of My Vents?

You climb inside your vehicle, start the ignition, and reach for the fan control for the heating or air conditioning.  But when you try to crank it up, no air comes out of the vents. It can make ...
Published on: Aug 25, 2024

Budgeting for Auto Maintenance In TRUCKEE CA

We all do our best to budget for scheduled vehicle maintenance.  What’s hard is planning for unexpected repairs.  The truth is that our vehicles can stay on the road longer than ever b...
Published on: Jun 23, 2024

Feeling Powerless (Why Is My Battery Light On?)

When one of your vehicle’s warning lights comes on, the first thing that comes to mind is, “Oh, no, what’s wrong now?” When it’s the battery light, it means there’s...
Published on: Mar 06, 2024

Serpentine Belt Replacement At The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc

Your serpentine belt is a long belt that’s driven by your engine.  It winds around several accessories that power important automotive systems.  Let’s go over them. First, the...
Published on: Dec 31, 2023

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Really Save Gas?

{{ image('MzAy') }} Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider...
Published on: Nov 30, 2023

Important Things to Know About the Cost of Auto Repair

AtTRUCKEE full-service automotive service center, profit margins are a lot narrower than many people imagine. Cars are far more complex, thus the tools and diagnostic equipment are also more complicat...
Published on: Oct 29, 2023