Good Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Equals Good Fuel Economy in Troy
July 21, 2024
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Troy drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Michigan, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventive ... More
ICE - In Case Of Emergency In Troy Michigan
July 14, 2024
When accidents occur in Troy, Michigan, the victims' emergency contacts are extremely important. Too often, those involved aren't able to provide rescuers with phone numbers and medical information.When Michigan police and rescue workers must sift through pockets, glove compartments, wallets, pu... More
Losing Your Cool (Why is My Air Conditioning System Not Working?)
July 7, 2024
When you turn on the air conditioning in your vehicle, you expect cool air to come out of the vents. You depend on it, especially in hot weather, but it can also be important in humid weather when you need it to help defrost your windows and windshield. The air conditioning system has a lot of p... More
Troy Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?
June 30, 2024
Any Troy driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that if it ain't broke, don't fix it is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Troy residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of this is the se... More
Severe Service Requirements
June 23, 2024
A lot of Troy drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of automot... More
Steer Right in Troy
June 16, 2024
Virtually all vehicles come with power steering, so many Troy drivers have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your vehicle steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer. Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent years, ... More
Greeted by a Screech (Loud Noise when Starting Vehicle)
June 9, 2024
No one likes to be greeted in the morning by having someone screech at you. The same goes for a loud, high-pitched noise your vehicle greets you with every time you start the engine. If you're wondering if that's normal, no, it isn't. And it is worth getting checked out. The good news is that... More
Tire Replacement: What Troy Drivers Need to Know
June 2, 2024
Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy: Wiper Blade Options
May 26, 2024
Wiper blades are critically important to Troy drivers for good driving visibility and safety. When its time to replace your wiper blades, there are a number of different wiper blade designs and grades. Troy drivers should always use at least the design or grade that came with their vehicle. If yo... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
May 19, 2024
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