Michigan: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?
May 10, 2020
Michigan residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what ... More
Procrastination Prevention in Clinton Township
May 3, 2020
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
The Right Automotive Fluids for Clinton Township Drivers
April 19, 2020
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Clinton Township drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could... More
Make Your Battery Last
August 25, 2019
Today's report from Tuffy Clinton Township is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Clinton Tow... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Alternator Replacement Service in Clinton Township
July 15, 2018
Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Clinton Township is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and ... More
Tuffy Clinton Township Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
July 4, 2018
Hello Michigan! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
March 13, 2018
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Clinton Township 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 technol... More
How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tuffy Clinton Township
January 21, 2018
Today in the Tuffy Clinton Township auto care blog, we're going to talk to Clinton Township drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tuffy Clinton Township customers. For example, recently four of the world's largest ... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Clinton Township
December 10, 2017
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
Charge It in Clinton Township for Extended Battery Life
July 25, 2017
Here's an interesting statistic for our in Clinton Township, Michigan, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.Why is that? It tu... More