A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
October 22, 2023
You may be fanatical about keeping the outside of your vehicle clean. But what about what's under the hood? Have you ever thought about how dirt and grime may be affecting your engine's components? One of the most important parts under your hood to keep clean is your vehicle's battery. With a d... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
June 25, 2023
Today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview 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 Grandview service advisor will know the prop... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview
April 2, 2023
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
March 19, 2023
Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important. Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important that its connections are in top shape. Ever had a flashlight that didn't work, took out the old batteri... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
May 29, 2022
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Columbus residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can ac... More
Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
February 27, 2022
OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More
The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
August 29, 2021
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More
A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview
August 15, 2021
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
Procrastination Prevention in Columbus
December 6, 2020
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
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
August 30, 2020
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Columbus residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and ... More