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