Cold Weather Vehicle No-Nos (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)

January 1, 2021

It's always easier to leave a few things in your vehicle so you'll have them on hand. But in cold weather, while it's a good idea to carry items such as a phone charger, blanket and shovel, there are some things you shouldn't store in your vehicle. Medicines and drugs. Cold temperatures can af... More

Weather Station on Wheels (Vehicle Sensor Maintenance)

December 27, 2020

You probably never thought about it, but your vehicle is like a rolling weather station. It can check the outside temperature, let you know when the roads are slippery and help you deal with rain. And how it does all those things is pretty cool. First, just like any weather station, a vehicle ha... More

The Part You've Never Seen (Flat Tires and Solutions)

December 20, 2020

They say your vehicle has one, but you've never seen it. And you might not even know it if you stumbled on it accidentally. We're talking about the jack, that tool that allows you to lift one corner of the vehicle up so someone can change a flat tire. So you say you'd never try to change a flat ... More

The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)

December 13, 2020

If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More

Suspension Service at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township

December 6, 2020

During an inspection at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. The... More

Fears and Gears (Signs of Automatic Transmission Problems)

November 29, 2020

Automatic transmissions rule. The old days of shifting your own gears are a thing of the past for most drivers. But automatic transmission trouble can be a big inconvenience for any driver if it comes at the wrong time in the wrong place. Here are some signs to look out for that may mean you ar... More

Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Clinton Township, Michigan

November 22, 2020

Everyone in Clinton Township, Michigan 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 Clinton Township, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into sever... More

Don't Be Fuelish

November 15, 2020

If you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an important message for you. Newer vehicles should never have a gasoline smell inside. One of the most dangerous conditions can come when your fuel line system has a leak or multiple leaks. Vehicles with fue... More

Visibility Disaster! (Windshield Washer Pump Replacement)

November 8, 2020

Let's say you live in a cold climate where the snowy, icy weather challenges you to clear the salt and debris tossed up on your windshield. You push your windshield washer switch expecting a good stream of fluid so the blades can wipe the glass clean. Yet nothing comes out. Nada, zip. What's g... More

Ask Tuffy Clinton Township: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?

November 1, 2020

The serpentine belt is aptly named since it snakes around under your hood. It may lack its namesake's fangs, but it sure packs a wallop when it breaks.The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine systems. It runs the alternator, which charges the battery; the water pump (on some vehicles), which co... More