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The Under the Hood Show Dear Motor Medics, I have a two-part question with two cars. I have a 2025 Ford Maverick and a 2025 Tesla Model S. My questions are about the first-time maintenance needed on these cars. The Maverick is a hybrid and I was told to do the first oil change at 10k miles.

Service dogs for seniors

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about service dogs for seniors with disabilities? My 67- year- old father has chronic arthritis and Parkinson’s disease, and I’m wondering if an assistance dog could help make his life a little easier.

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The Under the Hood Show Dear Motor Medics, I have a 2004 GMC Yukon that stays parked outside year-round. I don’t drive it a lot, maybe every three weeks or so to get groceries and such.

Tax filing requirements

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? My earned income stopped when I retired last March, so I’m wondering if I need to file a tax return this year.

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The Under the Hood Show Dear Motor Medics, I am looking to buy a small SUV like a Ford Escape or a Chevy Trax or similar or possibly a slightly larger model like the Explorer.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear editor, I want to thank everyone who attended the special evening of Eastside Conversation last Thursday at Moon Brew Coffee Co. Special thanks go to Val and Rita Gameiro, and Maggie Goggins for opening their business to the city for this time together.

Choosing, using a home blood pressure monitor

Dear Savvy Senior, Can you offer me any tips on choosing and using a home blood pressure monitor?

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The Under the Hood Show Dear Motor Medics, Hi guys, I’m having issues with my tail lamps. One side of my 2009 Chevy Tahoe has no brake, tail or back up light, while the other side has no taillight. I do have working license plate lights.

Driving with dementia?

Dear Savvy Senior, When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83- year- old father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well.

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The Under the Hood Show Hi Motor Medics, I have a 2020 Ram 1500 with a 5.7 engine and it has an exhaust leak. This is the second time this has happened. During the warranty period it started leaking and the dealership took care of the problem at no charge.