Service to Improve Fuel Economy
July 1, 2022
The price of gas in Michigan has got people in Clinton Township talking. It seems that Clinton Township folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it would be good to review some things that anyone can do... More
Problems with Suspension Solved at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township
June 30, 2022
A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Clinton Township drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that ha... More
Hey Clinton Township Drivers, How Many Miles Are on Your Car?
June 29, 2022
Nowadays, Clinton Township drivers are paying more at Michigan gas pumps. For some families it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. That's got to come out of the budget somewhere. This is one of the reasons many Michigan drivers are putting off buying a new car. They plan on keeping th... More
PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Clinton Township in Clinton Township
June 28, 2022
Today, we are talking about your PCV valve. Unburnt fuel is forced into the crankcase as your engine runs. The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve vents this unburnt fuel and oil vapors from the crankcase and sends it back into the air intake system to be burned in the engine. A clogged... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Clinton Township Automobiles
June 27, 2022
Clinton Township drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Clinton Township, Michigan, streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's whe... More
The Best Book that's Not a Best-Seller
June 26, 2022
Sometimes the movie is better than the book, sometimes it's the other way around. But when it comes to your vehicle, the best book of all is the owner's manual. The plot is simple: Owner wants long life and dependable performance from the vehicle, manual has the way to achieve that long life and... More
Mercury Rising (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)
June 19, 2022
The heat is on, and your vehicle takes a beating when it is. Several of your vehicle's systems are under extra stress in hot weather, so here are a few to make sure are getting the care and maintenance they need. It makes sense that the cooling system is one to make sure is in top shape. Vehicl... More
How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
June 12, 2022
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a few that have been making their mark in recent years. Adaptive cruise control. This is cruise control with... More
Don't Do It Yourself (Perils of DIY Vehicle Repair)
June 5, 2022
Your vehicle is a complicated machine, and yes, it would be nice if you could take care of all of its problems yourself. There was a time when vehicles were simpler and it wasn't too hard for a weekend mechanic to replace brakes, adjust a carburetor or perform a tune-up. But vehicles are far mo... More
Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)
May 29, 2022
We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steering is what makes it almost effortless to turn the steering wheel, aiming your vehicle in the direction you want to go. Without the assistance of power from the engine, steering would be a laborious pr... More