The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
January 30, 2022
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our American Fork area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warr... More
I NEED All Wheel Drive (Pros and Cons of AWD)
January 23, 2022
So winter has arrived and you don't feel confident in how your 2-wheel drive vehicle does in the snow and ice. You envy all those people with all-wheel-drive (AWD) and 4-wheel-drive (4WD) cars, trucks and SUVs. You start thinking, "I need one of those. I'll be able to go anywhere without any w... More
The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
January 16, 2022
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Charlotte: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte
January 13, 2022
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Charlotte drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Charlotte... More
Charlotte Air Conditioning Service
January 12, 2022
Working up a sweat is a great thing to do in a gym around Charlotte, but not in your vehicle. When Charlotte residents' vehicle AC Systems have a problem, they'll often feel it right away. The question is, how long do you put up with it? You know, the old comfort versus cost dilemma. But a more c... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte: Wiper Blades ? Signs of Wear
January 11, 2022
90% of our driving decisions are based on vision. Anything that impedes your vision can affect your driving safety including a dirty windshield. In that sense, your wiper blades are an important safety system. Most Charlotte drivers will wait until their wipers have failed before they replace th... More
Vive la Differential at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte in Charlotte
January 10, 2022
There are a lot of drivers in Charlotte who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in NC these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Charlotte folks don't even have to ... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte: Serpentine Belt System Wear
January 9, 2022
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Charlotte drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not comp... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Car Weight and Your NC Driving
January 2, 2022
Weight is the enemy of fuel economy. Everyone from Charlotte knows this makes sense.Some of us in the Charlotte area carry a bunch of unnecessary weight, and I'm not talkin' what you see in the mirror.Guys: sports equipment and tools. Ladies: well, just take a look around the passenger compartmen... More
Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
January 1, 2022
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