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
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
Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Charlotte, NC
January 1, 2022
Everyone in Charlotte, NC eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Charlotte, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categories that w... More
Beware of Cheap Tires in Charlotte
November 28, 2021
Do you like to shop for shoes in Charlotte?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 pairs of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty important when buying t... More
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
August 15, 2021
Charlotte drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the stee... More
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte in Charlotte
January 31, 2021
Tires do a lot of work for Charlotte drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Charlotte. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers.... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Charlotte
June 21, 2020
Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Charlotte area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes more gas to ge... More
Getting New Tires in Charlotte?
April 12, 2020
There are so many tire choices in the Charlotte area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Charlotte area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your f... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
November 10, 2019
When Charlotte drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems... More
Winter Tires
October 20, 2019
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Charlotte driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in NC, winter tires differed from highway tires only in their t... More