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Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service

A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the IL news. Bourbonnais people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate....

May 24, 2026

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Getting New Tires in Bourbonnais?

There are so many tire choices in the Bourbonnais area that selecting the right one can be a bit ...

May 17, 2026 Read

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The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)

If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn...

May 10, 2026 Read

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Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)

We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steeri...

May 03, 2026 Read

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Deciphering the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Menu Board

Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Bourbonnais, IL, service centers like ...

Apr 26, 2026 Read

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Your Vehicle's Hissy Fit (AC System)

When you hear hissing sounds coming from your vehicle, you might start thinking the worst. One ...

Apr 19, 2026 Read

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The “Man-Made” Engine Oil (Synthetic Oil Change)

If you own a newer vehicle, your vehicles manufacturer may require that it use synthetic oil inst...

Apr 15, 2026 Read

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Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)

You are heading down a flat, newly paved street when all of a sudden you feel it. Your vehicle j...

Apr 14, 2026 Read

Fuel System

Don't Be Fuelish

If you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an impor...

Mar 29, 2026 Read

Service Intervals

Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)

If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one...

Mar 22, 2026 Read