by Larry Collins | Jun 12, 2017 | Automotive Repair, Transmission Engineering
Your vehicle’s fuel pump has to crucial role to deliver fuel to your car’s engine. As you know, your engine requires a working spark plug, compression, and adequate fuel to run smoothly. The modern car has two fuel pumps, a mechanical and an electrical one. Mechanical...
by Larry Collins | May 12, 2017 | Automotive Repair
A number of Volkswagen myths exist and it is time to put them where they belong — the grave! Most of the myths surrounding the popular vehicle are due to people’s desire to save money. Other times, they are due to misinformation. By believing in these myths, you are...
by Larry Collins | Apr 12, 2017 | Automotive Maintenance
If you own a foreign vehicle, you need to keep the sensitive mechanical parts of your vehicle in top shape by using synthetic oil. What is synthetic oil and why is it important for you to know? To answer your questions, keep reading. What is Synthetic Oil? Synthetic...
by Larry Collins | Jan 23, 2017 | Driving Basics and Safety
Many parents believe that car seat safety just means having their child in a seat made for their height and weight. Sadly, even if you’re following Washington car seat laws, your child may not be as safe in the car as they could be. Washington law...
by Larry Collins | Jan 9, 2017 | Do-It-Yourself Tips and Tricks, Driving Basics and Safety
Just like a first aid kit for your home, an emergency kit for your car is an essential, and will give you added peace of mind this winter and holiday season. An emergency kit is something every vehicle should have but is especially important if you do a lot of...
by Larry Collins | Dec 20, 2016 | Thurston Company News
Happy Holidays to You, Your Family, and Your Vehicle! Our family here at Thurston wants to wish you a happy holiday season! 2016 has been a great year for Thurston County Transmission! We are extremely happy and proud that so many customers in Lacey,...
by Larry Collins | Dec 11, 2016 | Automotive Maintenance, Automotive Transmission, Do-It-Yourself Tips and Tricks, Driving Basics and Safety
Between seasons is a great time to get a tune-up or at least look over your vehicle for potential problems or needed upkeep. Before winter is arguably the most important time to make sure everything is in order. Freezing temperatures are especially hard on your...
by Larry Collins | Sep 14, 2016 | Automotive Repair, Do-It-Yourself Tips and Tricks
Read our Fall Auto Care article here to make sure your vehicle is prepared for colder weather! Battery test, brake check, windshield wipers, anti-freeze, light check and heater test are just some of the things to check up on.
by Larry Collins | Aug 22, 2016 | Automotive Repair, Automotive Transmission, Transmission Engineering, Transmission Repair, Transmission Troubles
OEM Audi, Volkswagen and Mini Cooper Transmission Repairs Just Aren’t Good Enough – and the dealerships don’t know better, or don’t care. Thurston County Transmission specializes in Audi, Volkswagen, and Mini Cooper transmission repairs –...