Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
March 3, 2024
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
September 3, 2023
You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More
Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Columbus
August 20, 2023
Many Columbus drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a Co... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview
December 12, 2021
Today we're talking to Columbus drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Ohio folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels woul... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
October 18, 2020
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
Suspension Service in Columbus at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview
May 31, 2020
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Columbus may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it keeps your vehicle up off the road and helps provide a comfy ride around Columbus. Its job is to keep your whee... More
Suspension Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview in Columbus
November 11, 2018
During an inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Grandview in Columbus, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle... More