Town & Country Tire
100 Washington Ave E, Hutchinson, MN 55350 320.587.5250

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Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)

You probably figured out those shifty letters.  They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low.  Your automatic transmission ...
Published on: Aug 04, 2024

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Town & Country Tire

Let’s suppose you’re going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing.  Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle? Think about it – hea...
Published on: Mar 13, 2023

MN Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: May 29, 2022

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Nov 10, 2021

Simple Answers from Town & Country Tire in Hutchinson: Transmission Service

Question My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair.  How can I avoid transmission trouble? Answer Next to your engine, your transmission is the most expensive component in your v...
Published on: Aug 19, 2019

Town & Country Tire Tech Question On Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Nov 05, 2013

Smooth Shifting In Hutchinson

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that MN vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: May 09, 2013

Why Hutchinson Drivers Need To Change Their Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Mar 20, 2013