West Seattle Auto News
Behind the Scenes & Behind the (Steering) Wheels
A recent job in the shop, here's what we found under the hood & behind the wheel. We had a Subaru Impreza that is lighting up its check-engine light. Here’s what else happened when the check engine light came on for this...
How to Protect Your Kia and Hyundai from Theft in Western Washington State
LocksAffected Models of Kias and HyundaisManufacturers Anti-Theft Software UpdateAlarm SystemsPractical Theft Deterrent Advice TikTok 'challenge' videos showing thieves using USB cables to hotwire some Kia and Hyundai models. These thefts in Western Washington State...
Education, Trainings, and Industry Participation & Improvement at Tom’s
Continual education and trainings are core to the vehicle & service industry… and so they are also core to the service we offer here at Tom’s Automotive. It’s definitely a wild ride to continue to service cars, trucks, SUVs, and hybrids during this period in...
Selling vs. Maintaining Your Vehicle? Top 5 Considerations
When you know whether or not you’ll be selling vs. maintaining your vehicle, you’ll be able to make decisions about the actual work that will get done in our shop. This topic comes up quite a lot in our office with customers. We actually love talking about it...
Winter-izing Your Vehicle for Best Maintenance Care, Safety, & Reliability
“Maintenance costs less over time than repairs”… that’s why it’s especially important to winterize your vehicle. Click for your winter maintenance checklist now.
Cheery Year-Round Giving & Incentives at Tom’s
Our year-round giving at Tom’s Automotive helps support the West Seattle Food Bank. With this last offer, when you bring in 3 items of non-perishable foods or specific goods (or more), you’ll receive 10% off (up to $20) on your service.
(Still) Thrilled About the Re-Opening of the West Seattle Bridge
We’re thrilled about the Re-Opening of the West Seattle bridge over at Tom’s Automotive. Now that the bridge is open, it will make it easier to get into our convenient location 2 blocks away.
When Should I Get my 2022 Comprehensive Vehicle Inspection Done?
What is a general informative vehicle service between a quick oil change and a big mileage-based maintenance appt? It’s a comprehensive vehicle inspection.
2022 Vehicle Maintenance Checklist: 5 Simple Ways to Increase Vehicle Safety
Let this 2022 vehicle maintenance checklist help guide you in planning your car's maintenance this year. It's May, which means that road-trip season is officially just around the corner. Whether you're planning an epic solo road trip or are taking a trip with the...
How to Avoid a Headache About Car Repair & Maintenance TODAY
Timing can be a really challenging headache when it comes to car, truck, SUV, and hybrid repair and maintenance. For instance, there's never a "good time" to need to get your car fixed, have a bigger factory-directed maintenance visit...
Special Focus on Feeding Beloved Furry Friends in February
This month we're feeling the love for beloved pets, especially those who could use some support... in the form of supper. Pet Food Drive This MonthAt Tom's Automotive, we have a year-round food basket in cooperation with the West Seattle Food Bank. You may or may not...
When Should I Change the Fluids in My Car?
Part of good vehicle maintenance is fluid maintenance. Clean fluids are best and ought to be serviced regularly. Why? Similar to clean water being great for our bodies, clean fluids are ideal for our vehicles. Plus, good fluid maintenance makes for...