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

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Really Save Gas?

April 12, 2020

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Aurora drivers don't always extend those g... More

Service to Improve Fuel Economy

April 5, 2020

The price of gas in Illinois has got people in Aurora talking. It seems that Aurora folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it would be good to review some things that anyone can do to improve fuel eco... More

No Fueling! (Fuel Filler Location)

March 29, 2020

If you've ever gotten in an unfamiliar vehicle, maybe a rental car, you may have pulled up to the gas pump and wondered, "Which side is the fuel filler on?" Here's a tip for you. There is usually a little arrow on the instrument panel near the fuel gauge that points to the side where the fuel fi... More

"Current" Affairs (Blown Fuses)

March 22, 2020

You may be driving along and find that suddenly your radio stops working. There are no numbers on the display. Then when you get home, you notice the garage door opener doesn't do a thing when you press the button. Hmm, this was working just fine this morning. Are the two problems somehow rela... More

Aurora Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules

March 15, 2020

Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Aurora drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Aurora drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of your tr... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Aurora Automotive Tips: Alternator

March 8, 2020

Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. Thats everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of course there is the entertainment system, seat heaters, power windows and everything you plug into the p... More

Aurora Drivers: Is It Time to Replace Your PCV Valve?

March 1, 2020

The crankcase is the lower part of the engine where the crankshaft is housed and where the engine oil lives. The crankshaft is connected to the pistons that power the engine. When you are diving around Aurora, fuel is burned in your vehicle engine, it pushes the pistons down and the crankshaft ... More

Nighttime Visibility in Aurora

February 23, 2020

There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Aurora area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibilityIt's said that 90 percent of our driving decisions a... More

When "Oh, no!" Turns Into, "All right!"

February 16, 2020

Things we don't expect happen to our vehicles. And let's face, no one really wants to spend money on an unexpected repair. But if you are putting off going to your vehicle repair facility because you're dreading bad news, you might just be putting off some good news. There was one minivan driver ... More