Submitted by Stream Team
Did you know 1.7 million vehicles in the Puget Sound region leak seven million quarts of oil per year? That’s equal to a tanker truck per day! Vehicle leaks cause havoc for drivers and the environment. Fixing the problem can help drivers keep their cars on the road, while keeping toxic pollutants such as oil from traveling into our local waterways and Puget Sound.
During 2017, Puget Sound motorists can find an affordable fix and keep pollutants out of Puget Sound, thanks to the “Don’t Drip & Drive” campaign.
As part of the campaign, participating local auto repair shops will conduct a FREE visual leak inspection, a diagnostic service valued at up to $80. If there is a problem, the driver will receive a coupon for 10% off service (up to $50) to fix the problem – a total savings of up to $130.
Auto leaks can be expensive. Don’t Drip & Drive helps drivers find out if their car has a leak, and it gives them a discount to fix it. Studies show that 67 percent of drivers who find a leak will fix it within three months. In an effort to make that closer to 100% of drivers, Don’t Drip & Drive encourages you to go out and get your car checked.
Don’t Drip & Drive was designed to build awareness and educate people throughout Washington that it is important to check for vehicle leaks regularly to keep their car in proper working order and to protect local waters.
By regularly checking for vehicle leaks, you improve your car’s safety and reliability. To check your vehicle for leaks at home, all you need is cardboard or newspaper. Place one of these under your car overnight. This will allow time for any leaks that may be present to drip onto your material. The next morning, examine the material you placed beneath the car for any stains. Take note of the consistency and color of the stains, then use the Don’t Drip & Drive Leak Diagnostic Tool online to determine what kind of leak you have.
If you notice a leak, take your car to a participating mechanic to get it fixed. Don’t miss your chance for a discounted leak repair. To take advantage of the free visual inspection for vehicle leaks, and 10% off repairs, visit one of these participating mechanic shops:
Lacey:
Automotive Artistry – 5711 Lacey Blvd SE Suite 308, Phone: (360) 412-8023
Hawks Prairie Automotive – 8045 Martin Way E, Phone: (360) 456-8000
Jimmy’s Automotive and Discount Muffler – 4524 Pacific Ave SE, Phone: (360) 459-7113
Meineke Car Care – 5916 Pacific Avenue SE, Phone: (360) 542-6000
Midas Auto Service Lacey – 3935 Pacific Ave SE, Phone: (360) 456-5880
Olympia:
Andy’s Automotive & Off Road – 7292 Martin Way, Phone: 360-456-1776
Bron’s Automotive – 1025 Black Lake Blvd SW #2B, Phone: 360-943-5993
Champion Automotive Repair – 7013 Martin Way E, Phone: 360-438-3839
Lloyd’s Automotive and Transmission – 425 State Ave NE, Phone: 360-357-7422
Meineke Car Care – 517 4th Avenue E, Phone: (360) 357-8995
Midas Auto Service Olympia – 108 NW Kenyon St, Phone: (360) 357-4544
Nisqually Automotive & Towing – 10246 Martin Way E, Phone: 360-491-4357
Terry’s Automotive – 2021 W Harrison, Phone: 360-943-0410
Ben’s Automotive – 1041 Southbay Rd NE, Phone: (360) 325-9414
Bryan’s Automotive – 6940 Martin Way E, Phone: (360) 493-8300
Integrity Automotive – 2202 4th Ave East, Phone: (360) 915-8216
Olympic Transmissions & Auto Care – 7011 Martin Way E, Suite A, Phone: (360) 456-2266
Tumwater:
Tumwater Automotive – 6020 Capitol Blvd S, Phone: (360) 943-9097
This article was brought to you by the storm and surface water utilities of Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater and Thurston County. Stream Team participates in regional pollution prevention campaigns, such as Don’t Drip & Drive, with jurisdictions and organizations across the Puget Sound region.
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