How to Find a Good Tow Truck Service

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012 by admin No Comments

It’s going to happen at some point or another. Your car won’t start and you need a tow truck.
In the old days, you might have to hike a mile or two to the nearest gas station or payphone if you’re stuck on
the side of the road. Today, thanks to cell phones and smartphones, finding a tow truck is a breeze.… Read the rest



The Top Car Care Tips for College Students

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012 by admin No Comments

At Doc Auto, we have two excellent colleges right in our backyard. The University of California Santa Cruz and Cabrillo College are nearby.

We sometimes get students with all sorts of car issues.

If you’re a college student or a proud parent, you’ll want to read these important car care tips specifically geared for college students. These tips will help any college student reduce vehicle maintenance costs and keep their car running smoothly.… Read the rest



5 Easy Ways to Save Money at the Pump

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012 by admin No Comments

Some experts are predicting 2012 will be your “Most Painful Year at the Pump Ever.”

According to a forecast by GasBuddy.com gasoline prices may be as high as $5 a gallon by Memorial Day and stay that way for much of the summer.

If you want to start saving on gas, we recommend you start following these five easy tips right now.… Read the rest



Buy One Oil Change, Get Your Sweetheart’s Oil Change FREE!

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012 by admin No Comments

That’s right…February 13th through the 17th is Sweetheart’s Week at Doc Auto.

Buy one full service oil change at regular price and get your sweetheart’s oil change FREE.

That’s a tremendous discount for an oil change in Santa Cruz!

You must schedule an appointment and this offer is good for a limited time only. Some restrictions apply.

Call us for details at (831) 600-7732.… Read the rest



February Savings at Doc Auto

Posted on: February 2nd, 2012 by admin No Comments

This is our biggest month ever for savings at Doc Auto, your Santa Cruz car care repair shop!

Check out this month’s deals:

February 6-10| UCSC Appreciation Week – All UCSC faculty, students and employees get 10% off all labor up to $100 simply by showing their UCSC identification.

February 13 -17 | Sweetheart’s Week – Buy one full service oil change at regular price, get your sweetheart’s oil change FREE.… Read the rest



Doc Auto Celebrates Elvis Presley’s Birthday with Free Oil Changes

Posted on: January 31st, 2012 by admin No Comments

There were some Elvis sightings at Doc Auto on Monday, January 9 as part of an
Elvis birthday promotion that included free oil changes.

Customers who visited Doc Auto in Elvis attire were given basic oil changes on the house.  We had a lot fun and made some new friends!  You can see one of the Elvis customers in the picture to the right.… Read the rest



January Car Care Specials at Doc Auto

Posted on: January 6th, 2012 by admin No Comments

Here’s the line-up of spectacular January car care savings events at Doc Auto, Santa Cruz’s premier car care center:

January 9 | Elvis Day | Get a free basic oil change today only when you come to Doc Auto dressed as Elvis.  January 8th is Elvis’ birthday (we’re closed, it’s a Sunday) but we’re celebrating it on the 9th.  Come in as Elvis for your free basic oil change January 9th only.… Read the rest



The Top Smartphone Apps For Car Owners

Posted on: January 6th, 2012 by admin No Comments

Did you know that your smartphone can be a valuable tool for your car, truck or SUV?

There are lots of automotive smartphone apps that help you save money and reduce fuel and maintenance costs. Here are some of our favorite smartphone apps for cars, trucks and SUVs.
Our free VIP program gives you:

  • Gas Buddy – Find the lowest prices on gas in town with this app for the iPhone, BlackBerry and Android operated phones.
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Join the Doc Auto VIP Car Care Program!

Posted on: January 6th, 2012 by admin No Comments

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The best car care services in Santa Cruz are available at Doc Auto. Now you can get VIP savings all the time too!

Doc Auto is pleased to announce our VIP Program. It’s free to join and offers you savings and freebies year round. And the best part is you don’t have to carry around one of those stupid discount cards.… Read the rest



Can We Send You a Text?

Posted on: January 6th, 2012 by admin No Comments
can I send you a text message?

 

It seems like all of us have a smartphone or a cell phone these days.

You can use your smartphone or cell phone to save money on car care and get standard service reminders from Doc Auto, Santa Cruz’s best car care center.

Simply text “DocAuto” to 46786 and you’ll be enrolled in our text message program.

You’ll instantly save $5 on your next service from Doc Auto.… Read the rest