Transmission Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton in Appleton
July 7, 2022
Let's talk about transmission service. It can be easy for Appleton drivers to forget about getting their transmission serviced because it doesn't need it very often. It's easier for people in Wisconsin to remember to change the engine oil - you know, every 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But pro... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton
July 6, 2022
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Wisconsin news. Appleton people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of Appleton motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They're good commu... More
Training Received by Technicians in Appleton, Wisconsin
July 5, 2022
When your vehicle breaks down in the Appleton, Wisconsin, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you need to be back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.We've been chec... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Appleton Tune Up
July 4, 2022
Have you ever gone to listen to an orchestra? The musicians take the stage early and tune their instruments. Each individual instrument must be in tune, but the critical thing is for the entire orchestra to be in tune with each other. That's why they tune up together.Now this is no surprise; I'm ... More
Economics of Maintenance for Appleton Auto Owners
July 3, 2022
Buying a new car in Appleton is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Appleton who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having secon... More
Keeping Your Cool (Coolant leak repair)
July 3, 2022
If theres one thing you should pay attention to with your vehicle, its the temperature gauge. Its the one that may say C---H (that means cold---hot). Or maybe yours has a picture of a thermometer on it and a blue and red zone. If you see the needle heading farther to the H or red area, that mea... More
Make Your Vehicle Last
July 2, 2022
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Wisconsin folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton On Your Serpentine Belt
July 1, 2022
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Appleton, Wisconsin, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Th... More
Odometer Rollback on Your Appleton, Wisconsin Vehicle
June 30, 2022
How do Appleton drivers know if an odometer is telling the truth?Well, back in '86, Congress passed the Truth-in-Mileage Act to protect Wisconsin consumers against mileage fraud. It says a Wisconsin seller must certify the mileage reported is the actual mileage.To have your odometer checked in ... More
Good Timing: Proper Timing Belt Replacement Saves Money for Appleton Drivers
June 29, 2022
Knowing how their engine works can help Appleton drivers make informed decisions about auto care and prevent repairs to their vehicles. This is especially true when it comes to timing belts.An engine's power is generated in the cylinders. Inside the cylinder is a piston that moves up and down wh... More