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Supplemental Restraint System – Airbags

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn't go off. Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump. The reality is much more ...
Published on: Nov 23, 2025

Scheduled Wheel Alignment at The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc

People need to be concerned about wheel alignment for two primary reasons: safety and money.  When your wheels are out of alignment, they can pull to one side. A moment of inattention could put y...
Published on: Nov 16, 2025

Do I Need AWD? (Pros and Cons of AWD)

When the cold weather rolls around and the first slippery days confront drivers, it's tempting to say, "I need an all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive vehicle to deal with the weather."  Well, may...
Published on: Oct 27, 2025

Severe Driving in TRUCKEE

Owner's manuals have schedules for preventive maintenance. TRUCKEE can check on things like oil changes, transmission service and so on. They say you should change your oil after driving a certain dis...
Published on: Oct 22, 2025

Simple Answers from The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc for TRUCKEE: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in TRUCKEE?The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Answer:That's a really good question for TRUCKEE drivers to ask...
Published on: Sep 28, 2025

Gasoline Direct Injection

{{ image('MzU0') }} Question:My new car has a “GDI” engine. What does that mean to me and other TRUCKEE vehicles with this new type of engine?The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Answer:GDI stands ...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025

The Auto & Tire Doctor Inc Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure

Under-inflated tires waste gas.  Think how hard it is to walk in sand – you must work harder because of the resistance.  When your tires don’t have enough air in them, their roll...
Published on: Aug 24, 2025

Importance of Maintenance Schedules

Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of TRUCKEE life with recommended intervals: you have dental cleanings, physical exams, laundry, mowing the lawn and paying the bills.What would happen if you didn't ...
Published on: Jun 15, 2025