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A lot of people get custom wheels in Norwich. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your TMR Automotive tire Read more...

There are a lot of drivers in Norwich who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Connecticut these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Norwich folks don't even have to think about it. And Read more...

The median age for cars in the NORWICH, CT area was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At TMR Automotive we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise. If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the NORWICH area, bring it into TMR Automotive for high-mileage maintenance. 138 NORWICH AVE NORWICH, CT Read more...

You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of Read more...

Imagine you've left NORWICH and you're up in the arctic on a dog sled. Your dog team is pulling straight and true. You can cover a lot of ground quickly. Now imagine what would happen if one or two of the dogs wanted to go their own way and were pulling off to the side. Read more...

Hey NORWICH! Let's talk about one of our CT summertime must-haves: your car A/C. It's real easy for NORWICH drivers to take their car's air conditioner for granted. Just push the right buttons and out comes cool, dry, clean air. But your air conditioning system needs attention from time to time to help it keep its Read more...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Today in our TMR Automotive blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, paying your electric bill, changing your Read more...

Most people in the NORWICH area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some of these standards are self-imposed and others, like those for emissions components, are Read more...

The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common in NORWICH, it is easy to prevent. The most recognizable part of the coolant system is the radiator. It is connected to the engine with hoses Read more...

If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long Read more...