Heat Warning

Staying Safe During Heatwaves: Essential Tips for Roadside Emergencies

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As we enter the first week of June, Arizona and New Mexico are already experiencing their first heatwave of the season. With temperatures soaring to 108 degrees in Phoenix and Tucson, and hitting a scorching 100 degrees in Albuquerque, the risk…
May Day

May Day – Getting Help When You Need It on the Road

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"May Day, May Day! My Battery is Dead." In the world of emergencies, a "May Day" call is the universal distress signal. It's the voice in the dark, reaching out when you're in dire need of assistance. At Dugger's Road Rescue, we understand…
Flat Tire Service

Understanding Tires – Common Causes of Flats and How to Get Your Flat Tire Changed

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At Dugger's Road Rescue, we understand the frustration and inconvenience that comes with a flat tire. Whether you're rushing to work, heading out on a road trip, or simply running errands, a flat tire can quickly derail your plans. That's why…

Do I have a flat tire?

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A car tire should give you at least 70,000 miles of safe driving. This is assuming you don’t run over any nails or otherwise damage your tires. But what happens when one of your tires unexpectedly goes flat? There are many car maintenance…
car broken down

Car Broken Down? Here’s What to Do Next

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Is Your Car Broken Down? If your car broke down and you're looking for a way to get back on the road fast, don't panic. The first thing you need to do is figure out why your car isn't drivable, then get help. First, get your car off the…
Change a tire - use a spare

How To Safely Change a Tire on the Side of the Road

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Do you know how to safely and properly change a tire? If not, you aren't alone. - and there's nothing to be embarrassed about. But, with millions of flats reported each year in the US alone, it's only a matter of time before you experience…
how long can you drive on a spare tire

How Long Can You Drive on a Spare Tire?

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Every motorist's worst nightmare is suddenly being stuck with a flat tire while mid-journey. Although it can be extremely irritating, replacing a flat tire immediately is of critical importance. Driving with a flat tire can cause a huge number…
how long does it take to change a flat tire

How Long Does It Take to Change a Flat Tire?

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Do you know how to change a flat tire? During a pitstop, a NASCAR pit crew can replace all 4 tires and fill the gas tank of a car in under 15 seconds. Of course, they use highly specialized tools and experienced personnel in order to…
how can you avoid getting a flat tire

How Can You Avoid Getting a Flat Tire?

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How Can You Avoid Getting a Flat Tire? There is nothing that derails your day quite like a flat tire. It's annoying, frustrating, and can be expensive to fix or replace. But what if there was a way to avoid getting a flat tire in the first…
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Why Driving on a Flat Tire Is a Really Bad Idea

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FLAT TIRE FIX There's a slight heart spike every time your tire pressure light turns on. Some of us have seen that light and ignored it because we were late for work or didn't feel like stopping for air. While sometimes it's only a slight…