A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)
July 4, 2021
There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... More
Procrastination Prevention in Aurora
April 18, 2021
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
Positive and Negative (Battery Care)
March 7, 2021
You notice when your smartphone's battery starts to go weak on you. It runs out of juice faster than it did when it was new. Bet you pay attention to that pretty closely. Unfortunately, many of us don't pay the same attention to the battery in our vehicles. If your battery got you through the c... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
November 15, 2020
Hello Illinois! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... More
A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora
April 19, 2020
You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicl... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Alternator Replacement Service in Aurora
September 29, 2019
Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Aurora is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane depar... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora: Battery Testing
August 18, 2019
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Aurora drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as po... More
Sniffing Out a Problem
August 11, 2019
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... More
How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora
March 17, 2019
Today in the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora auto care blog, we're going to talk to Aurora drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora customers. For example, recently four of the world'... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
March 10, 2019
Today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora service advisor will know the proper coo... More