Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Troy
October 1, 2023
Let's talk about something critical for all Troy drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps your ... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Guide to Custom Wheels
September 24, 2023
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Troy drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then, a... More
Let Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Help You Extend the Life of Your Car
September 17, 2023
If you haven't shopped in the Troy area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the price of auto financing in Troy, and insurance, the idea of hanging on to your old vehicle for a few more y... More
Winter Tires
September 10, 2023
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Troy driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Michigan, winter tires differed from highway tires only in their ... More
Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
September 3, 2023
It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More
A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)
August 27, 2023
A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note is... More
Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)
August 20, 2023
If someone asked you what gas made up the largest portion of the atmosphere, what would you guess? Well, it's not oxygen; it only makes up 20.9 percent. But since we're talking about oxygen, you should know that your vehicle uses oxygen sensors to make sure your engine is running the way it shou... More
If You Drive Like a Maniac (Aggressive Driving is Bad for a Vehicle)
August 13, 2023
When someone mentions driving like a maniac, they're not talking about you, surely? Besides the safety issues of aggressive driving, you should know that your vehicle will last a lot longer if you'll just mellow out a little. Here are four traits good drivers follow if they want their vehicles t... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services
August 6, 2023
Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Michigan. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Troy residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the sa... More
Maintenance on My Mind
July 30, 2023
Ask any Troy man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car in fo... More