Maintenance
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Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Portland car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Portland, Oregon, folks are hoping to ma...Published on: May 01, 2013 -
The hottest Oregon news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again – the price of gas in Portland. If you feel like most of your paycheck...Published on: Jun 05, 2013 -
At All Around Automotive, Inc. we've had a lot of Portland customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for ...Published on: Jun 21, 2013 -
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Oregon news. Portland people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a governmen...Published on: Aug 01, 2013 -
These days many people in the Portland area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a ...Published on: Oct 23, 2013
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Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at All Around Automotive, Inc. in ...Published on: Jan 02, 2014 -
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Portland, Oregon, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First...Published on: Jan 10, 2014 -
{{ image('http://autonettv.com/media/thumbs/SerpentineBelt_0909_SusanJoel_SN_s.jpg') }} All Portland service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The ...Published on: May 20, 2014 -
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the way...Published on: Jun 18, 2014 -
Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Portland?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed...Published on: Jul 15, 2014
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Recalls are pretty serious for Portland residents and don't happen all that often. But sometimes cars have less serious problems that Portland residents still might want to know about. For these less ...Published on: Aug 19, 2014
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So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Portland?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all bu...Published on: Aug 19, 2014
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If you've ever been driving around Portland and had a headlamp go out, you've probably just wanted to replace the bad bulb. If your car uses halogen headlamps, they dim over time. So if you just put i...Published on: Jul 28, 2015 -
Today in our All Around Automotive, Inc. blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Portland with recommended in...Published on: Apr 02, 2015
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Oregon service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some Portland drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of ...Published on: Nov 03, 2015 -
A generation ago, Portland drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less...Published on: Jul 02, 2015 -
Many Portland car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MA...Published on: Jul 17, 2016 -
People in Portland have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much high...Published on: Jul 31, 2016 -
Portland area residents may remember when the U.S. government's “Cash for Clunkers” program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new...Published on: Oct 04, 2016 -
High gas prices in Portland increase the cost of living for Oregon drivers. You've probably budgeted a certain amount for vehicle related expenses. Increased fuel costs now consume a larger por...Published on: Oct 18, 2016