Not a Good Vibe (Driveshaft Failure)
October 17, 2021
When you feel your vehicle vibrating as you're driving down the road, one cause could be something you may not have ever seen: your driveshaft. It is underneath the vehicle and most drivers don't climb under there to take a look very often. The driveshaft is a cylindrical part that helps conduc... More
A Turn for the Worse (Using Turn Signals)
October 10, 2021
Distracted driving is bad, you know that. Daydreaming, talking on the cell phone, putting your makeup on in the rear view mirror. All bad. But there's something else that causes more than twice as many accidents, according to a recent study. And that's people who don't use their turn signals.... More
Know Your Towing Limits in Lockport
October 3, 2021
Some Lockport drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around Lockport, you should be aware of safety issues, Illinois towing laws and potential liability.Understanding tow ratings is important for sa... More
How Do You Save Gas in Lockport, Illinois?
September 26, 2021
No one in Lockport, Illinois, likes to spend a chunk of change at the gas pump. Rising Illinois fuel prices, however, have spurred Lockport drivers to focus on how to improve their fuel economy. North Americans literally drive billions of miles/kilometers less each month during times of high fuel... More
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport
September 19, 2021
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Lockport can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Lockpor... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services
September 12, 2021
Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Illinois. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Lockport residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to th... More
STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT STEERING (Loose Steering)
September 5, 2021
Perhaps you've heard someone use the term "loose steering." And it's pretty much what it sounds like. You turn the steering wheel and the vehicle's wheels don't seem to go exactly where you thought you were pointing them. You have to constantly make steering adjustments. Loose steering is slop... More
Make your Service Visit at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport a Good One
August 29, 2021
Most people don't love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it's one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will likely help you get the best results possible. For one thing, it's important to describe your p... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
August 22, 2021
Repair or Replace? Thats a question Lockport drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the shoul... More
Upsizing Wheels and Tires With Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport
August 15, 2021
Many Lockport drivers want to accessorize their vehicle - you know, make it theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom look is to get some new wheels. There are thousands of wheel designs at Lockport area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many Lockport drivers, that look incl... More