Tire Replacement: What Aurora Drivers Need to Know

December 17, 2023

Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More

Winter Tires

August 22, 2022

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Aurora driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Illinois, winter tires differed from highway tires only in thei... More

Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Aurora

August 20, 2022

Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Aurora area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes more gas to get f... More

Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora

August 19, 2022

A lot of us Aurora drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Illinois motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thousan... More

The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Guide to Custom Wheels

August 17, 2022

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Aurora drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then,... More

All About Your TPMS in Aurora

August 13, 2022

Aurora drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Aurora drivers to tell when a rad... More

Getting New Tires in Aurora?

August 5, 2022

There are so many tire choices in the Aurora area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Aurora area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your friendl... More

When Are Your Tires Worn Out?

August 1, 2022

Hey Aurora area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Illinois streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Aurora area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inc... More

Selecting New Tires and Wheels

July 27, 2022

Some of us Aurora drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around Illinois, where you want to go or the look you're after; there is a tire for you.The same is true about wheels. The h... More

Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora

July 15, 2022

So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Aurora drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Illinois roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the vi... More