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Tom Dwyer Automotive Services blue log with the Sellwood Bridge on the bottom
  • Home
  • Blog
  • About
  • Services
    • Brakes, Suspension & Tires
    • Diagnostics & Specialty Repairs
    • Cooling, Heating & Electrical
    • Engine & Transmission
    • Maintenance & Preventive Care
  • Resources
  • Reviews
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    • Schedule an Appointment
    • Night Drop
    • Employment
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  • About
  • Services
    • Brakes, Suspension & Tires
    • Diagnostics & Specialty Repairs
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  • Resources
  • Reviews
  • Contact
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From vehicle maintenance to community issues, Tom covers what matters to drivers in Portland.

Your car needs exercise too!

What happens to your vehicle if it’s not driven regularly? If you’re stuck in your house during this quarantine your

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Where the rubber meets the road

The basics of tire selection and purchase Did you know we sell tires?  We do, and we have for many

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YOUR goals are OUR priority

Paying for something you don’t really need is never a value. Through comprehensive inspection, understanding your needs and budget, providing

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A logical approach to auto care

A business that cares only about its profits is like a politician that cares only about being elected. Both politicians and

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Some vehicles ARE beyond repair

When I started in the auto service industry in the seventies, I was told “no vehicle was ever beyond repair”.

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Non-Commissioned Service Advisors

Service Advisors at most dealerships and independent repair shops are paid for sales volume, not for the quality of their

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Flying Death Robots- What could possibly go wrong? This report tells us.

What strikes terror into the hearts of people in Somalia, Yemen, and Afghanistan?  The knowledge that unseen drones are ready

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Current Discount Offers

Unless otherwise noted, all our offers are subject to these standard conditions… YOU MUST MENTION ANY OFFERS WHEN YOU SCHEDULE

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What to do in an accident (graphic only)

Click here for our original article, “What to do in an accident” Click here to download the PDF version, or

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Get Ready For Winter

Two Critical Areas Of Concern For Winter Driving (Originally appeared December, 2011) No one wants to be left on the

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On time. On budget. Over 98% of the time.

Every time you pick up your vehicle from our shop you’ll find a pre-stamped postcard in your front seat. We

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Shop Talk-

Tom Dwyer Winterization Service  Get a minor interval service, oil change, and a pre-winter inspection, all for just $50!  Is your

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Tom Dwyer Automotive Services is Portland’s trusted source for expert vehicle maintenance and repair. Our ASE-Blue-Seal-Certified shop delivers high-quality service that puts your priorities first.

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