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Tag: Auto repair

In-Depth

Tollway Team Helps Get Drivers Out Of Scary Situations

Gail Delaughter

Posted on November 14, 2018 · We’ve been reporting on how Houston highways are some of the most dangerous in the nation. With that in mind, what happens if your car suddenly has a flat or runs out of gas on a busy toll road?

Tags Auto repair freeway breakdowns harris county toll road authority sam houston tollway toll road

Houston Matters

Making A Hobby Out Of Helping Stranded Motorists

Abner Fletcher

Posted on August 16, 2018 · We meet Walt Brinker, a former Houstonian who has made a hobby out of helping motorists stranded along the roadside — so much so that he wrote a book about it.

Tags Auto repair automobiles car breakdowns cars Roadside Survival tires Walt Brinker

Hurricane Harvey

WATCH: Your Car May Have Auto Issues After Harvey. Here Are Some Basic Things To Look For

Tomeka Weatherspoon

Posted on October 21, 2017 · Even if a car wasn't completely submerged, there may still be damage due to the high water

Tags auto industry Auto repair Car DIY Car issues Harvey aftermath Hurricane Harvey water damage

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