Service to Improve Fuel Economy

August 16, 2022

The price of gas in Wisconsin has got people in Appleton talking. It seems that Appleton folks who need a bigger vehicle to carry family and gear, or provide four wheel drive, are hit especially hard. That is why we thought it would be good to review some things that anyone can do to improve fue... More

Emergency Items for Your vehicle

August 15, 2022

Local Appleton roadside emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So you may want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car at all times and a travel kit tailored to a specific trip.Your close-to-home kit for around Appleton wou... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton: Good Service and Good Fuel Economy

August 14, 2022

Most Appleton auto owners want to save on gas and seek our advice on improving economy. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton, we are frequently asked, however, if it is really worth the extra effort. Just how much money can Appleton drivers actually save?In today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Serv... More

Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)

August 14, 2022

If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More

Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton in Appleton

August 13, 2022

Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Appleton road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump -... More

All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton

August 12, 2022

When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Appleton can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Appleto... More

Appleton Air Conditioning Service

August 11, 2022

Working up a sweat is a great thing to do in a gym around Appleton, but not in your vehicle. When Appleton residents' vehicle AC Systems have a problem, they'll often feel it right away. The question is, how long do you put up with it? You know, the old comfort versus cost dilemma. But a more com... More

Breathe Deep With Your Cabin Air Filter

August 10, 2022

Bad air quality while you're driving around Appleton is nothing to sneeze at. But seriously, more and more vehicles these days come equipped with a cabin air filter. Since they're fairly new on the scene, a lot of folks don't know about them yet.These filters clean the air in the passenger compa... More

Hey Appleton Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?

August 9, 2022

So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Appleton?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'coff... More

Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle

August 8, 2022

If you're reading this article in Appleton, Wisconsin, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton tells you the manufacturer recommends so... More