by summerd | Jan 28, 2025 | CHECKLIST, DIY, MAINTANCE, Uncategorized
As the crisp chill of winter places its chilly grip Nevada County, ensuring your vehicle is prepared can make all the difference in your daily commute and holiday travels. At Douglas Automotive, we believe in helping our community stay safe and informed. Here’s your...
by summerd | Jan 16, 2025 | DIY, MAINTANCE, Uncategorized
As the winter months roll in, temperatures drop, and the harsh conditions can take a toll on your vehicle, particularly your car battery. Ensuring your battery is in peak condition during cold weather is not just about convenience; it’s essential for safety and...
by summerd | Oct 12, 2022 | CHECKLIST, DIY
Most of us have amazing memories of a Road Trip we have been on either with friends or family. With the good also sometimes comes the bad. Very few things will put a damper on a road trip like a vehicle break down. Before you get on the open road to make some memories...
by summerd | Jun 1, 2021 | DIY, MAINTANCE, Tire
TPMS sensor break down In the United States, TPMS is mandatory for all vehicles produced after September 2007. TPMS is an acronym for Tire Pressure Monitoring System. This system is designed to alert the driver when one of their tires is underinflated by 25% of the...
by summerd | May 18, 2021 | DIY, Uncategorized
At the shop there are some questions we get on a regular basis. One of the most common parts of a vehicle we end up explaining to customer is the how their Ball Joints and Tie Rod Ends get excessive play and why they need to be replaced. The ball joints and Tie Rod...
by summerd | Apr 19, 2021 | CHECKLIST, DIY, MAINTANCE, Uncategorized
As soon as the weather gets better, I am eager to hook the boat up and get out and explore the local lakes and rivers. With fishing being one of my favorite hobbies I am seeing more and more campgrounds full of campers and many more boats out on the lake than I used...
