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A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service

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 certainl...

March 15, 2026

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Windshield Wipers

Something to Latch On To (Hood Latch Safety)

The other day, a driver was trying to open his vehicle's hood so he could add some windshield was...

Mar 08, 2026 Read

Windshield Wipers

Getting from E to F (Fuel Gauge Problems)

Who thinks about their fuel gauge? You probably don't until it doesn't work any more. Then you ...

Mar 01, 2026 Read

Cooling System

Don?t Be Hosed (Radiator Hose Replacement)

If you are like most drivers, you dont worry too much about what shape your radiator hoses are in...

Feb 22, 2026 Read

Headlamps

Improve Your Night Vision When Driving in Bourbonnais

Night driving in Bourbonnais is not as safe as daylight driving as evidenced by the increased acc...

Feb 15, 2026 Read

Inspection

I Want a New Vehicle. Or Do I? (Vehicle Maintenance Payoffs)

Spring is a peak season for vehicle sales; companies aggressively market new models and offer all...

Feb 08, 2026 Read

Tires

What's in a Number? (What Tire Numbers Mean)

You've probably never paid much attention to the writing on the sides of your tires, but they con...

Feb 01, 2026 Read

Shocks & Struts

Smooth Operator (Shock Absorbers)

When you are comfortably headed down the road, you may not realize how many of the imperfections ...

Feb 01, 2026 Read

Battery

The Power Behind your Engine (Alternator Diagnosis and Repair)

There's nothing like that sinking feeling when you turn the key and nothing happens in your vehic...

Jan 31, 2026 Read

Tire Rotation and Balancing

Rotation Explanation (Tire Rotation Patterns)

You may notice that when you get your vehicle's oil changed, your service adviser may recommend t...

Jan 30, 2026 Read