Cottman Transmission & Total Auto Care
11780 Holly Auto Center Lane, Waldorf, MD 20601 301.645.4055

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Airbags in Waldorf

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: Jul 09, 2023

The Cottman Transmission & Total Auto Care Guide to Safe Towing for Waldorf Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Waldorf. Too often Waldorf drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with MD laws...
Published on: Jun 05, 2022

What Waldorf 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: Aug 17, 2020

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: Jan 07, 2020

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: Jun 10, 2019

What Waldorf 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: Oct 01, 2018

Safe Driving in MD: 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: Aug 23, 2018

Item Most Stolen from Vehicles

What item is most often stolen from vehicles?Is it:(A) Stereo(B) Wheels(C) Air Bag(D) DVD SystemWell, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the big...
Published on: Feb 16, 2017