What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Appleton
August 31, 2022
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Appleton area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Appleton area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there problems that... More
Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
August 30, 2022
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Appleton driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Ce... More
Hitting The Brakes In Appleton
July 16, 2022
Hello Appleton, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck rolls ... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
July 12, 2022
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Appleton area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication 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
Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)
October 10, 2021
If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More
Used Cars: Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton Advice on What to Do After You Buy
July 19, 2020
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Appleton drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Appleton area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, when fa... More
Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)
March 8, 2020
Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably. That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes, they have pads that make contact with the rot... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton: Rotor Problems
August 11, 2019
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in Appleton.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They can also be damaged by worn out brake pads that scratch grooves into the surface. These conditions result in les... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Appleton
July 16, 2018
Let's talk about something critical for all Appleton 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 y... More