Service Center Standard and Procedures
April 14, 2024
All Wisconsin pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget steps. It is also how they can assure a predictable outcome. That is why Waukesha auto... More
Are There Blind Spots in Waukesha?
April 7, 2024
All Waukesha drivers have blind spots and no, I'm not talking about the fact that you really don't sing like Adele. I mean the areas of the road that you can't see when you're driving around Waukesha.First let's talk about our own blinds spots, and then we can talk about others...To begin, we ... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Waukesha Guide to Caring for Your Transmission
March 31, 2024
Most vehicles have automatic transmissions, yet a lot of Waukesha drivers only have a fuzzy understanding about what a transmission does. Think back to the last time you rode a bike in Waukesha. You started out in a lower gear and shifted to higher gears as you went faster. Down shift for hills,... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Waukesha: Passing the Smell Test
March 24, 2024
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Waukesha residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Wisconsin folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we fo... More
Waukesha Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
March 17, 2024
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Waukesha drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Waukesha drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of you... More
An Oil for All Seasons (Engine Oil Selection)
March 10, 2024
You swap your winter boots for flip-flops in the summer. Why not change your winter engine oil for summer, hot-weather oil? While it may seem like it makes sense, there's some good news. Most drivers don't have to, and here's why. Engine oil can be made in different thicknesses. That thicknes... More
When Your Air Bag Light Comes On (Illuminated Air Bag Light)
March 3, 2024
There are some dashboard lights you should pay more attention to than others. One is the air bag light. If it's on and your vehicle is in an accident, your air bags probably won't do their job. Automakers began installing air bags in the late 1990's since they were mandatory in the United State... More
Hey Waukesha Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?
February 25, 2024
Higher Waukesha fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Waukesha drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high fu... More
Clean Fuel ? Clean Performance for Waukesha Drivers
February 18, 2024
Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the vehicle engine.Waukesha auto owners don't need to filter their fuel because it has lots of grit in it; they... More
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Waukesha
February 11, 2024
A lot of people get custom wheels in Waukesha. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Tuffy Tire & A... More