Helping Appleton Drivers Get the Right Tires

July 11, 2022

Every Appleton 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 e... More

Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires

July 9, 2022

Appleton drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the steer... More

Picking the Right Tires in Appleton

May 29, 2022

Shopping for tires in Appleton can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Appleton are looking for maximum summertime perfor... More

Tire Tread Depth for Appleton, Wisconsin Drivers

May 8, 2022

Driving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out.The Feds don't have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread depth. Tw... More

The Fallacy of Cheap Tires

January 30, 2022

Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Appleton area shoe stores?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 pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty ... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln

January 2, 2022

Welcome to the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Appleton 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 wa... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton: Tire Replacement Overview

January 3, 2021

Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Appleton drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of... More

Getting New Tires in Appleton?

April 5, 2020

There are so many tire choices in the Appleton area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Appleton area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your fri... More

Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Appleton, Wisconsin

November 3, 2019

Everyone in Appleton, Wisconsin eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Appleton, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categories t... More

Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton

October 13, 2019

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? Appleton drivers can tell if their tires are out of balance by vibrations at higher speeds on Wisconsin roads. If one of the front tires is out, you feel the... More