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  • Why Balancing and Rotating Your Tires Saves You Money

    Why Balancing and Rotating Your Tires Saves You Money

    The Importance of Tire Balancing and Rotation ‘Tis the season for saving money where you can… even though you still have to take on those “adulting” chores and maintenance. And yet tire maintenance is one of the most critical aspects of vehicle upkeep. But, it can be often overlooked… especially during a holiday season here…

  • Need New Tires. The Best Way to Tell to Save Money

    Need New Tires. The Best Way to Tell to Save Money

    How to Tell That Your Car or Truck Needs New Tires The holiday season is here. And there is lots to do in Portland this year. And while we don’t mind spending money on holiday gifts and events, we don’t enjoy spending our hard earned cash on things like tires… especially if we don’t have…

  • Meineke in Oregon City Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving

    Meineke in Oregon City Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving

    Happy Thanksgiving from Meineke Car Care in Oregon City! As the Thanksgiving season brings family, friends, and travels together, we at Meineke Car Care in Oregon City and across the whole State of Oregon want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to you: our valued customers. Because, your trust in us to…

  • Another Dead Car Battery? Everything You Need to Know

    Another Dead Car Battery? Everything You Need to Know

    Why Does Your Car Battery Die? Common Causes and Solutions We may live in Happy Valley, but what doesn’t make us happy is jumping into our car only to find that the battery is dead. Because a dead car battery is one of the most frustrating car troubles you can have. And this is especially…

  • Corrosion on Your Battery Terminals? What You Need to Do

    Corrosion on Your Battery Terminals? What You Need to Do

    Battery Terminal Corrosion: What it is, how it affect your car, and how to avoid it. Picture this: you’re headed for a day of hiking at Laurelhurst Park. But, before you hit the trails, you’re hit with your first road block before you even leave the garage: a car that won’t start. So, you pop…

  • Meineke Honors Our Heroes With a Free Oil Change

    Meineke Honors Our Heroes With a Free Oil Change

    Honoring Our Heroes: Free Oil Change for Veterans and Active Duty Military This Veterans Day As we approach Veterans Day in Portland, it’s important to reflect on the profound gratitude we owe to those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. Because, whether active duty military or veterans, these brave individuals have given…

  • Why Regular Vehicle Maintenance is Your Car’s Best Friend

    Why Regular Vehicle Maintenance is Your Car’s Best Friend

    Why Regular Vehicle Maintenance is Important and How It Saves You Money in the Long Run Here in Oregon City, we drivers like to keep on top of things. And that’s why, when they started the Molalla Avenue I&I Rehab Project on October 21st, most of us were prepared. Because we are pretty good at…

  • Your Car’s Mighty Brake Pads: What You Need to Know

    Your Car’s Mighty Brake Pads: What You Need to Know

    The Importance of Your Car or Truck’s Brake Pads. And How to Tell If They Need Replacement Imagine this: you’re headed to Scouter Mountain Nature Park, navigating the steep, winding road, when you hear a grinding sound coming from your brakes. And this gets you to wonder about your braking system, your brake pads, and…

  • Dashboard Lights: What They Mean and Why They’re Important

    Dashboard Lights: What They Mean and Why They’re Important

    Understanding Your Dashboard Warning Lights: What They Mean and Why They Matter Residents in Portland have a Portland app to explore our area like a pro. And it comes complete with symbols to lead you to Portland’s great destinations and keep you informed. But, this Portland app isn’t the only device that can keep you…

  • The Best Car Care is ASE Certified: Why That’s Important

    The Best Car Care is ASE Certified: Why That’s Important

    Why It’s the Best Idea to Use an ASE Certified Auto Service Center Our very own Portland native ran a series of marathons in every state from Portland Oregon to Portland Maine. This type of success doesn’t come without total dedication, skills, and training. And, when it comes to maintaining or repairing your vehicle, you…