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
A Cold Day in Waukesha ? Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Waukesha
February 4, 2024
Most Waukesha drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy Wisconsin highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Waukesha rush hour, but so can a long ride in a... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
January 28, 2024
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Waukesha residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and ... More
Clean Slate (Protecting Vehicle's Finish)
January 21, 2024
Winter is one of the hardest times to keep your vehicle clean. But did you know neglecting to wash your vehicle in winter could cost you a significant amount of money in the long run? Here's why. Many areas deal with snow and ice in the winter, and the salt and sand that are used to keep the road... More
Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
January 14, 2024
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c... More