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Pep Boys Offers Free Auto Services To Those Affected By Hurricane Sandy

Due to the debris on the roads, many may have experienced tire damage. Pep Boys says it will fix flat tires free of charge, and also is offering a free preventative maintenance and safety inspection to identify any other issues.

PHILADELPHIA – To help those affected by the storm get back on their feet and driving safely, Pep Boys announced it will offer free automotive services to those in the storm-affected areas of the Northeast U.S.
 
Due to the debris on the roads, many may have experienced tire damage. Pep Boys says it will fix flat tires free of charge, and also is offering a free preventative maintenance and safety inspection to identify any other issues.
 
The free preventative maintenance and safety inspection includes:
 
* Checking tire condition and tread depth
* Checking and set tire pressure to manufacturer specification
* Tire rotation
* Brake system inspection
* Checking bulbs, wipers and air filter
* Checking fluid levels
* Visual undercar inspection
* Visual inspection of belts and hoses
 
“Pep Boys is an East Coast company, and we have seen firsthand the devastation Sandy has left in its wake,” said Mike Odell, president and CEO. “Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the storm. Our stores and associates remain committed to helping people drive safely and we offer these services as a way to assist people in these communities to get back on their feet during these difficult days.”
 
Pep Boys says it wants these services to be easily accessible to those affected by the disaster. No applications, coupons or codes are needed; the free services will be applied automatically at check-out. The services will be offered through Nov. 21 in stores covering all of New Jersey, New York, Eastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware. A full list of participating stores and additional information will be available at http://www.pepboys.com/hurricane-sandy-disaster-relief-efforts.
 
Pep Boys stores also will open their doors to anyone who just needs to warm up or use free WiFi as another gesture to help the Northeast communities.
 
“We have been here for 91 years, and just want to help our neighbors,” continued Odell. “From all of us at Pep Boys, our thoughts are with those affected.”
 
 
 

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