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Emergency Shopping (Vehicle Emergency Items)

“Emergency Shopping" is not to be confused with a “Shopping Emergency.”  This one is encouraging you to go shopping for a few items that could help you out if you ever have an e...
Published on: Apr 04, 2021

A Pan You Don't Cook In (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)

You probably have a cabinet in your kitchen filled with pots and pans.  Your vehicle has one very important pan in it as well.  It's the pan that holds oil for your engine called, naturally,...
Published on: Feb 21, 2021

The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Jan 03, 2021

The 3 Vehicle Service Items You Shouldn't Put Off

When it comes to vehicle service, a lot of people procrastinate.  The reasons? Don't want to spend the money, don't have time to get it done, it's not urgent.  Sound familiar? Here are the t...
Published on: Jul 26, 2020

Severe Driving in Vancouver

Owner’s manuals have schedules for preventive maintenance. Vancouver drivers can check on things like oil changes, transmission service and so on. They say you should change your oil every so ma...
Published on: Mar 15, 2020

Trust Your Vehicle to DC MOTORWORKS in Vancouver

Your car is much more than a transportation appliance. It gets you to work, takes care of errands, goes on dates, and vacations. You could say it’s part of the family; or even an essential busin...
Published on: Nov 17, 2019

DC MOTORWORKS Tech Question on Engine Failure

DC MOTORWORKS Tech Question:I’m Collins of Vancouver. I had my engine go out and had to have it completely re-done.. What could I have done to prevent this?DC MOTORWORKS Tech Answer:You’ve...
Published on: Oct 27, 2019

DC MOTORWORKS Automotive Tips: Quality Replacement Parts

Let me tell you about an experience at a well-established Italian restaurant that had changed hands a few months ago. The previous owners were an Italian couple that used old family recipes and fantas...
Published on: Oct 06, 2019