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Has Mat? Hazmat
In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle's interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a ha...
Published on: Jan 18, 2026
Airbags in Oroville
After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn’t go off. Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump. The rea...
Published on: Nov 25, 2023
Safe Driving in CA: Eliminating Food Distractions
So, what’s most distracting food in the car?
Is it:
A Hamburger?
Coffee
A Soft Drink
Twizzlers
Well, all but the licorice makes the top ten, but coffee’s the number o...
Published on: Oct 02, 2022
What Oroville Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident
Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think:
1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Apr 27, 2022
ICE - In Case of Emergency
Sometimes the unthinkable happens here in Oroville. There's a terrible accident, and those involved aren't able to provide our local Oroville rescuers with emergency contact information. There are peo...
Published on: Jan 29, 2022
Car Scent Is Good For CA Drivers?
Here’s some travel tips that I’ll bet you didn’t know, and it might keep you safer:
The average American commuter spends two and a half hours daily in their car
The governm...
Published on: Jan 29, 2021
Driving on Technology
Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there's a lot more coming.
Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving f...
Published on: Jul 28, 2019
The Dirks Automotive & Transmission Guide to Safe Towing for Oroville Drivers
Let's talk about towing safety in Oroville. Too often Oroville drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with CA la...
Published on: Apr 20, 2018