D&R Autoworks

12/25/2025

🎄 Warm Holiday Wishes! From our team to yours, we hope your Christmas is filled with peace, laughter, and time with the people who matter most.

Thank you for being part of our community - we’re grateful for you today and always. Merry Christmas and safe travels! ✨

12/23/2025

12/19/2025

Myth: A check engine light means you're in immediate trouble.
Truth: Not always!

That little glowing engine icon can mean lots of things. Sure, it could signal something serious - but it’s just as likely to be something as small as a loose gas cap, a worn sensor, or even your car not liking how you fueled up.

Here’s what you need to know:
🧠Don't panic - but don't ignore it. Your car’s onboard computer is trying to tell you something. It may not be urgent, but it is worth checking.

🔧The longer you wait, the worse it could get. What starts as a minor fix can turn into a more expensive problem if left unattended.

✅Best move? Have a trusted professional check it out. A quick diagnostic can give you real answers - no guesswork, no unnecessary stress. We may know someone who can help 😜

12/17/2025

🎄🚗 Finish the year with fewer car worries!

Dec 22–31 ONLY:
✔️ $80 Off 4 Tires (with install) + free brake & battery checks
✔️ $120 Off Brakes ($60 per axle)
✔️ $20 Off Add-On Maintenance (oil change, flush, or heat system service)

🔄 FREE tire rotations all year long!
Schedule now before spots fill up!

12/12/2025

Forget donuts in the parking lot…Porsche just drifted into the record books!❄️

In January 2025, Porsche’s Taycan GTS drifted 10.87 miles on an ice circle in Finland. What’s wild? The car stayed sideways the entire time - no traction, no stops, no spinouts!

And it wasn’t just a publicity stunt. Engineers used this to showcase how advanced all-wheel drive and electric stability controls can make ice driving predictable.

The result? The longest continuous drift on ice by an EV, officially certified by Guinness World Records. Now that’s some seriously cool driving. 🧊

12/10/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Deals Sneak Peek!

Dec 22–31 only:
🚗 $80 Off 4 Tires (with install!) + FREE brake inspection & battery check
🛑 $120 Off Brakes ($60/axle)
🔧 $20 Off Add-On Maintenance (oil change, flush, heat service)

PLUS - December savings are still up for grabs:
🔥 $25 Off Heat System Service
💧 $15 Off Any Flush
🔋 Free Battery Test + $15 Off a Replacement

Start the new year with one less thing on your plate.
Book your service today!

12/05/2025

Hate scraping your windshield in the morning? Try parking facing east! ☀️

The sunrise will do some of the work for you, helping to naturally melt frost and snow. That means less scraping, better visibility, and a faster start to your day.

Pro tip: combine this with a windshield sunshade (frost side out) to trap even more warmth.

It’s the little things - like clever parking - that can make winter just a bit more bearable. ❄️

12/01/2025

Before the holiday chaos hits, give yourself one less thing to worry about - get your car winter-ready now!

A few small checks today can save you time, stress, and money later. This month’s deals make it easier to take care of the essentials:
✨ $100 Off Brakes ($50 per axle)
✨ $25 Off Any Heat System Service
✨ $15 Off Any Flush Service
✨ Free Battery Test + $15 Off a Replacement

Ready to cross “car care” off your list? Schedule your appointment this month! 🎁🚗❄️

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our team to yours! 🦃🍁

Today we’re especially grateful for the people who trust us to keep them moving - our customers, our community, and the folks who support us every day.

We hope your holiday is filled with good food, safe travels, and time with the people who matter most. Thank you for being part of our story. ❤️

11/21/2025

Would you rather…
🎨Drive a car that changes color with the weather
or
🪞Have a rearview mirror that gives you a daily affirmation like “You’ve got this!”?

There’s no wrong answers - just cool imaginary features! Drop your pick in the comments 👇

Bonus points if you share what your car would say to hype you up.

11/19/2025

🚨 Black Friday Tire Event: Buy 3, Get 1 FREE!

📅 Nov. 24–28 only! Spots fill up fast – book now.

Plus, our November Car Care Specials are still live:
• $100 Off Brake Service ($50 per axle)
• Up to $100 Back on select Goodyear & Cooper Tires
• $15 Off Wiper Blades with a Full Synthetic Oil Change

Grateful for our community this season - wishing you warmth, safe travels, and a very happy Thanksgiving!

11/14/2025

Smushed bugs are more than just gross - they’re tiny acid bombs!

When insects hit your car at highway speeds, their guts spread across your paint and bake in the sun. Then, their innards eat into your clear coat.

That’s why automakers test paint chemistry in labs using synthetic bug “splat” mixtures. The paint coatings need to resist pH damage, etching, fading, and corrosion.

✅TL;DR:
· Wash bug guts off ASAP
· Wax your car to create a protective barrier
· Don’t underestimate the chemistry of a squashed mosquito