Introduction to Diesels for Westerville, Ohio
October 17, 2021
Something you're going to be hearing a lot about around Westerville, Ohio, is diesel engines. We're not talking about semi-trucks and buses; we're talking about diesel engine cars, pick-ups and SUVs.Most people in Ohio are surprised to learn that around half the cars on the road in Europe have di... More
Gear Up: Transmission Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Westerville in Westerville
October 10, 2021
The transmission system in your vehicle allows you to change gears. Lower gears are power gears. They get your vehicle moving and get it up hills. Higher gears get the vehicle up to speed and get it rolling faster. If you have a standard transmission, then you have to do the work of shifting gea... More
When Metal Meets Metal (Wheel Bearings)
October 3, 2021
What part of your vehicle has little metal balls inside that are lubricated and allow you to cruise on down the road? They are wheel bearings, and automotive designers might argue they are human beings' second greatest invention of all time (the first is, of course, the wheel!). You have a wheel... More
A Bright Idea
September 26, 2021
You've probably noticed how much easier it is to see when you're driving in the daytime as opposed to at night. It's one of the main reasons about half of all fatal vehicle accidents happen when it's dark. That's why it's important that your vehicle's headlights are in top condition and working t... More
Power Failure (Broken Power Seat)
September 19, 2021
Know anyone who doesn't love a power seat in an SUV, a car, truck or van? They're convenient and precise in their adjustments. But when they break, oh, what a pain. Not only is it inconvenient, it may leave your seat position too close to the steering wheel or too far from the pedals. This is ... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Westerville Drivers
September 12, 2021
People in Westerville have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km t... More
Tire Maintenance in Westerville
September 5, 2021
With the recent focus in the Westerville area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.Westerville drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make them last as long as possible because they're not cheap to replace. In addition to saving g... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Westerville
August 29, 2021
Today we're talking to Westerville drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Ohio folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels w... More
NOT JUST ANOTHER CUSTOMER (Finding the Right Service Facility)
August 22, 2021
You might remember a hit TV sitcom that was set in a bar, a place where "everybody knows your name." The idea, of course, is people feel more comfortable where they aren't just another customer among many; they're special because their relationship goes back a few years. That comfortable relat... More
The Neglected Windshield (Windshield Care)
August 15, 2021
You look at it every day, yet you don't really see it. We're talking about your vehicle's windshield, and if you're not seeing it at all, that's probably a good sign. The fact is that unless our windshields get fogged up, hazy or cracked, we don't pay all that much attention to them. Consideri... More