Hitting The Brakes In Lockport
February 28, 2016
Hello Lockport, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck rolls ... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport: Making a Battery Last Longer
February 28, 2016
One thing all Lockport drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be ... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport and the Maintenance Mindset
February 27, 2016
When it comes to their vehicles, some Lockport residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Lockport drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance but ju... More
Vive la Differential at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport in Lockport
February 26, 2016
There are a lot of drivers in Lockport who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Illinois these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Lockport folks don't even have... More
10 Services Lockport Drivers Often Overlook
February 25, 2016
We live such busy lives nowadays: work, social events, running the kids all over Lockport. Some days it's all we can do to keep track of everywhere we need to be. That's why you've gotta be organized. Smartphones, calendar apps - we have to keep track of it all.So let's talk about schedules. Spe... More
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport in Lockport
February 24, 2016
Tires do a lot of work for Lockport 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 Lockport. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers. W... More
Service to Improve Fuel Economy
February 24, 2016
The price of gas in Illinois has got people in Lockport talking. It seems that Lockport folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it would be good to review some things that anyone can do to improve fuel... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport in Lockport
February 23, 2016
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Lockport road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump -... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport Engine Air Filter Replacement
February 22, 2016
When your experienced Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lockport technician changes your oil, he will also inspect your air filter. You shouldn't need a new air filter at every oil change, but you will need to change it regularly. Heed your technician's auto advice if they tell you to change your... More
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
February 21, 2016
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Lockport Big... More