PCV Valve: What Is It?
March 13, 2022
Most Clinton Township drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in y... More
Not Too Hot and Not Too Cold (Temperature Gauge)
March 6, 2022
You know your body temperature is supposed to be 98.6 degrees F, 37 degrees C. Your vehicle has a normal temperature, too, and if you pay attention to it, that can save you some big headaches down the road. Many vehicles have a temperature gauge on the dash that takes the temperature of the engi... More
Free Money (Almost) (Fuel Saving Tips)
February 27, 2022
You spend a lot of money on a vehicle, probably the most money you'll spend on anything except a house. But the spending doesn't stop after you've bought it. It goes into things like insurance, repairs and fuel. One good piece of news is that you can cut down the amount you spend on fuel if yo... More
Ready, Set, COLD! (Getting Vehicle Ready for Winter)
February 20, 2022
When the temperatures plunge, your vehicle better be ready because it faces a whole new set of challenges. Rubber stiffens, glass fogs, fluids freeze. Just thinking about it can get your heart beating faster. So here are some tips for getting ready for those inevitable colder temperatures. Mak... More
Hey Clinton Township Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?
February 13, 2022
Higher Clinton Township fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Clinton Township 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 m... More
Pinch Petroleum Pennies! (Fuel Saving Tips)
February 6, 2022
If you saw a dollar bill on the ground, you'd pick it up, right? Well, whether you find that dollar on the ground or in savings at the gas pump, money is money, and here are some ways to hold on to more of it. Slowing down is the easiest way to save fuel, especially for every speed increase over ... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township
January 30, 2022
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Clinton Township drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasu... More
Emergency Items for Your vehicle
January 23, 2022
Local Clinton Township roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Clin... More
What You Need to Know from Your Tuffy Clinton Township Service Advisor
January 16, 2022
Clinton Township drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren't sure how to ask. They don't want to feel embarrassed about their lack of knowledge. They don't want to make the service technician feel that they don't trust him.If you... More
Losing Your Spark (Spark Plug Replacement)
January 9, 2022
When's the last time you thought about spark plugs? You probably don't remember. That's because spark plugs usually last a long time and don't need much attention. But they don't last forever, and when they start going bad, they'll send you a few clues. Vehicle is hard to start. Fuel economy ... More