Why Is Auto Maintenance Important?
To make sure that your vehicle is running at its best, your vehicle manufacturer recommends that certain parts and systems are checked at certain intervals. By following their recommendations, more costly repairs down the road may be avoided.



Maintenance vs. Repairs?
Repairs are services that are required or necessary when something on your vehicle is not working properly. Or, when your vehicle has worn to the point where a replacement is required to maintain the performance of your vehicle.

Maintenance is routinely scheduled services, inspections and part replacements that the manufacturer of your vehicle recommends based on the age or mileage of your vehicle. The schedule for performing these maintenance services varies from vehicle to vehicle. You will find the schedule for your vehicle in your owner's manual. Following this schedule is the best way to make sure your vehicle is operating at peak performance.

These are maintenance, repair and inspection services we perform to keep your vehicle in like top condition:

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• Complete Engine Performance Check
• Tune-Ups & Oil Changes
• Engine Repair & Replacement
• Computer Diagnostics
• Air Conditioning Service & Repair
• Electrical System Diagnosis & Repair
• Brake System Repair
• Tires - Mounting, Balancing & Flat Repair
• Suspension & Steering Repair
• Shock Service & Repair
• Alignments
• Cooling System Service & Repair
• Factory Recommended Maintenance - 30k, 60k, 90k
• Transmission Repair
• Pre-Purchase Inspections
• Maintenance Inspections
• Brake & Lamp Inspections
• NC State Inspection Station

Buying A Used Car?
Let Us Inspect It Before You Buy It

• We will inspect the car from top to bottom and document our findings.
• We will let you know what needs fixing (if anything), and provide you with written estimates that you can use to negotiate price - or just get out of a potentially bad deal.

Your Dealership Alternative
We are fully certified and qualified to perform any repair or maintenance service on your car - all within factory warranty.. Except for recalls and specific factory warranty work you never have to go back to the dealership.

Fleet & Extended Warranty Service
Want to keep your fleet vehicles properly maintained and on the road servicing your customers? Let Tri-City Auto Care handle your service needs from bumper to bumper.

Customer Testimonials
“I have found Tri-City to be very reasonable in cost and extrmely professoinal in service. Upon learning of Tri-City I no longer look for honest and trustworthy automotive service.”
- C. Chapman of Durham

“For a woman to need service work on her card this is the best shop for me to go to. It is clean and a comfortable place to sit and wait when needed. I don't feel like I'm in a dirty "man" place. Thanks guys! ”
- G. Sherron of Durham

“Tony covered my repair wunder warranty, and he couldn't have been nicer and more accomodating when he found out I was leaving town the next morning! This restored my faith in customer service. ”
- R. Bennett of Durham

“We always feel we can trust the service of our vehicle here. We are made aware of any potential problem and get to make the decision to complete repair without pressure. Staff is friendly and helpful.”
- D. Johnson of Durham

“It is always nerve racking to try and find honest and reliable automobile repair service. Tri-City has been a gem of a find. The experience from start to finish went above and beyond my expectations. They have gained a customer for the life of my car.”
- A. Carmon of Durham

“After taking my vehicle to another national store--this local business saved me time, money (I'm talking 100's of dollars), and were just SO NICE! What a great company”
- D. Snider of Durham

“My tire replacement was done exactly for the price quoted, on time. Very friendly reception. Ride to work made it an easy experience.”
- D. Rosenthal of Durham

“From the time I arrived, everyting was done in a timely fashion. After a general inspection I was told about things that I might want to take care of at some point but told they weren't crutial. I have always been treated as a equal person and not a dumb women. ”
- L. Bailey of Bahama

“Ken and Rhonda McCormick and the entire staff are always nice and rady to help you no matter what the problem. I trust all my family's cars with the. It is nice to know you can have that secure feeling when your children are driving on a trip. I would not take my car to anyone else. ”
- S. Riley of Hillsborough

“Your attention to customer service details is very refreshing as many businesses are lacking these days.”
- Rhonda B. of Graham

“You are without a doubt the BEST auto repair people I have ever met. If my car needs a major repair, I'll have it sent to your from New York for the repair.  You are a pleasure to deal with and I thank you.”
- Carlo G. of New York

“I really appreciate being able to support a local business. The personal level of care and service exceeded all expectations. I will not hesitate to recommend Tri-City to friends and associates.”
- Charles C. of Durham

“My truck now drives like it did when I bought it new.”
- Davin M. of Durham

“I really love how you all have enhanced your services and communication. You will definitely keep getting my business. Your service enhancements are better than Crown Honda at Southpoint.”
– James R. of Durham

“Thanks for helping me keep my car on the road. Great as usual.”
– Bonnie F. of Oxford

“The pick-up service you provide really saves me a lot of time. Thank you.”
– Anne T. of Louisburg

“Tri-City is my choice for all my automotive needs.”
– Beth R. of Durham

“Thank you and the cruise control is still working that Ken helped me with. Thanks again.”
– Ron C. of Durham

“Love the new location.”
– Jennifer R. of Franklinton

“I love going to Tri-City. The folks are always nice and very friendly. I have never had any problems or complaints with the service I received. Every time I call even at the last minute they are always able to get me in with a day. Thank you.”
– Darlene D. of Durham

“I recommend your shop all the time.”
– Hubert D. of Hillsborough

“I have been coming to Tri City Auto Care for years. If you want good quality work, visit Tri-City Auto Care. I promise you won’t go wrong. Thanks so much for all you do and keep up the good work.”
– Lawanda C. of Durham

"Very good service and friendly staff."
– J. Smith of Durham

"Thank you for your always friendly service. I have recommended Tri-City to others many times."
– W. Younts of Durham

"This was the most professonal shop I have been to. I would definitely recommend it to anyone that needs work done. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. I felt they were very honest people."
– D. Gressel of Durham

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