Doug's Auto & Tire, Inc.

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07/14/2022

Summer time!!! Call to get your tires checked before your big trip

Your tires are just cushions for your truck unless you get out and use 'em. How are you using yours?

02/17/2022

Are you having a Mini- type of day??

07/26/2021

BG Quick Cure® Headlight Restoration
Many people use bug spray, toothpaste, soap, or soda to clean headlights. While those things may clear up the headlights, it won’t last long. This service includes a sealer that will keep headlights clearer, longer.

Symptoms:
Cloudy headlights

Features:
Removes scratches and discoloration
Includes new, long-lasting protective layer

Benefits:
Restores headlight luminosity
Restores lens clarity
Unique sealer keeps headlights clear

Problem: Most vehicles built after the early nineties are equipped with acrylic headlights, which eventually become cloudy from debris that causes abrasions ...

07/23/2021

A modern Formula 1 car can drive upside down in a tunnel at 120mph.
Formula 1 cars produce around 3.5G while cornering, meaning they’ve enough aerodynamic downforce to drive upside down in a tunnel.

07/21/2021

Technician Highlight: Andre Dalrymple
Andre has a 2 year Associate degree in Automotive Technology
27 Years as a ASE Master Technician
14 Years as a Nissan Technician
5 Years as a Nissan Master Technician
Sanford, NC Native
Andre is well adapted to most Asian & European vehicles.

07/19/2021

Decreased MPG? Poor performance? It may be time for a fuel service.
Symptoms:
Poor fuel economy
Irregular performance
Low power
If your vehicle is experiencing any of these symptoms, your engine could have carbon buildup.
Problems like these are caused by excessive amounts of carbon in the engine, which can occur as early as 10,000 miles!

Features:
Cleans fuel injectors
Cleans throttle body
Cleans plenum and air intake
Cleans intake valves and ports
Removes combustion chamber deposits
Corrects balance of fuel and air in system

Benefits:
Restores fuel efficiency
Restores performance
Restores power
Reduces harmful emissions
As shown in the photos below, today’s gasoline direct injection engines rapidly accumulate heavy carbon deposits. The revolutionary BG Platinum® Fuel System Service solves this problem with an enhanced cleaning procedure.
Here are some before and after pictures of a 2016 Ford Escape with only 31,000 miles.
https://youtu.be/zJC66db5PCI

07/16/2021

Fun Fact Friday:
The world’s first speeding ticket was issued in 1902
How fast was the offending motorist travelling? A scandalous 45mph.

07/14/2021

10 Tips For Tire Safety
Before hitting the road, Doug's Auto & Tire urges drivers to take a few minutes to check the condition of your tires. Well-maintained tires keep your car safer, help it last longer, and save you money, too.
These tips will help to keep your tires in good shape and your travels safe:
1. Choose your tires carefully. Too many drivers buy a tire based on initial price or appearance. Tire selection should be based on the correct size recommended for the vehicle and its load recommendations. You should consult with a knowledgeable tire or automobile dealer about selecting the proper tire for your typical driving patterns.
2. Buy a tire gauge and keep it handy in your car at all times. It will inform you if you need to add more air to your tires. You can find them at any automotive retailer or supply store.
3. Check your tire pressure at least once per month, and especially before a long trip. Remember, underinflation is a tire’s No. 1 enemy, because it can cause damage that may lead to tire failure. However, overinflating can cause uneven wear plus handling and stopping problems. Use the manufacturer’s recommended air pressure listed on the sticker of your vehicle’s door jamb or owner’s manual as a guide. Always check the pressure of your tires when they are cool or cold. Driving heats up tires, making readings incorrect.
4. During wet weather, slow down. As your speed decreases, the tire footprint (the amount of the tire’s tread contacting the road surface) increases, providing better traction. You also reduce the risk of hydroplaning should you run into water puddled on the road.
5. Rotate your tires every 5,000 miles. If your tires show uneven wear, ask your automotive service professional to check for and correct any misalignment, imbalance or other mechanical problem involved before rotation.
6. Check your vehicle alignment periodically. It’s especially important to have an automotive professional check your alignment if you notice your vehicle is pulling to one side when you’re driving or once a year.
7. Inspect and measure your tire tread. You can do this yourself by placing a penny in the tread groove and if you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, then it is time to replace your tires.
8. Check the tire sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges or other irregularities.
9. Make sure you do not overload your vehicle because it can create excessive heat inside your tires. An overloaded vehicle puts stress on tires that can cause damage and lead to tire failure. Check the manufacturer’s load recommendation, which can be found on the vehicle information placard inside the driver’s side door post, or in the vehicle owners’ manual.
10. Have your tire balance checked periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular wear.
If you have any question please check with one of our tire professionals at Doug's Auto & Tire

07/12/2021

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07/09/2021

Doug's Auto & Tire will be Returning from Vacation Monday July 12th at 8 am. Hope everyone had a Great 4th. of July