Sniffing Out a Problem
May 11, 2025
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
Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
May 4, 2025
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c... More
Positive and Negative (Battery Care)
February 16, 2025
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
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview: Battery Testing
December 29, 2024
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Columbus drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long ... More
Automobile Fluids For Your vehicle
May 12, 2024
If you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Columbus, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive ... More
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
