Cruisin' on Down Main Street

May 27, 2018

When automakers first came out with cruise control, it was a real luxury item. The older cruise controls used a mechanical vacuum system but it worked. Well, some of the time. Now days, cruise control is all electronic, thanks to computers. It's reliable and a real convenience on long trips. ... More

The Maintenance Free Myth

May 21, 2018

Sometimes we hear people in Aurora say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that complexi... More

Time Out: Suspension Problems in Aurora

May 14, 2018

Your vehicle's suspension system has two jobs: to prevent the passengers from getting tossed around inside the vehicle every time it hits a bump in the road and to keep the tires firmly planted on the road around every corner and over every bump.To see your suspension system, you'll have to look... More

Tracking True in Aurora: Wheel Alignment

May 7, 2018

At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspect... More