Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy
December 26, 2021
So you love your job, and your family life is great. Congratulations! You have achieved balance. But can you say the same for your wheels? Troy drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Michigan roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the vibr... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
September 12, 2021
Welcome to the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Troy conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire w... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy Guide to Tire Specs
April 25, 2021
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Troy service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the manager ... More
Helping Troy Drivers Get the Right Tires
March 14, 2021
Every Troy vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tread is engin... More
Saving Lives in Troy with Tire Pressure
February 14, 2021
All new passenger vehicles on our Troy, Michigan, roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are underinflated. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about them.First off, the most important thing is that you s... More
Troy, Michigan Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
January 17, 2021
When winter approaches in Michigan, Troy residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Michigan winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Troy residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need your vehicle ... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
November 15, 2020
Why are wheel bearings for Troy vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Troy, Michigan.... More
Beware of Cheap Tires in Troy
October 18, 2020
Do you like to shop for shoes in Troy?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pairs of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty important when buying tires?... More
How Much is Enough for Troy Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
September 20, 2020
Most Troy drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the technici... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Troy: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Troy
July 5, 2020
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Troy drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Troy drivers t... More