Hamilton Service Station
205 Park Ave., Portland, ME 04102 207.773.1930

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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: Sep 26, 2021

What Portland 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: May 06, 2021

The Hamilton Service Station Guide to Safe Towing for Portland Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Portland. Too often Portland drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with Maine...
Published on: May 23, 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: Apr 29, 2020

Airbags in Portland

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: Apr 12, 2017

Safe Driving in Maine: 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: Jul 04, 2016

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: Nov 14, 2015

Car Scent Is Good For Maine Drivers?

Here’s some travel tips that I’ll bet you didn’t know, and it might keep you safer: The average American commuter spends two and a half hours daily in their car  The governm...
Published on: Jul 28, 2011