Steering You Right (Power Steering Signs of Problems)
October 9, 2022
Nearly every modern vehicle on the road today has power steering, a wonderful invention that makes steering take far less effort than it did in the "good old days." Today, we take our steering for granted: until something goes wrong, that is. Most power steering these days is rack-and-pinion, th... More
Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)
October 2, 2022
Did you know that having a burned out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some flashing lights? In other words, you might get pulled over by the police for only having one working headlight, because in most places it's against the law. Not only is it illegal to drive with one... More
Clean Air for Your Engine: Engine Air Filters In Appleton
September 25, 2022
Every Appleton car owner who has taken their car in for an oil change has been told that their engine air filter's dirty. Here's what goes into the determination of when to change the filter: First, your vehicle owner's manual will have a recommendation of when the filter should be replaced. So ... More
Sounds Exhausting! (Exhaust Service)
September 18, 2022
Most of us know a bad muffler when we hear it. That loud, rumbling sound is unmistakable. Did you also know you can get a ticket for driving around with a loud exhaust system? If your exhaust system has a leak in it, it may be allowing poisonous gases inside your vehicle and could make you serio... More
Staying In Charge (Alternator Repair)
September 11, 2022
Seems like these days, we're hearing about more and more electric or hybrid vehicles. Keep in mind that conventional gasoline internal combustion vehicles have important electrical components, too, and it's important to make sure they're operating at their peak. In a vehicle with a gasoline engi... More
What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service)
September 4, 2022
If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission. After all, it's not moving smoothly down the road. But there are plenty of malfunctions that can cause those symptoms, one of them being something you may have nev... More
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
Trip Inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton in Appleton
August 29, 2022
Appleton area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Appleton drivers can't always... More
Suspension Service in Appleton at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Appleton
August 28, 2022
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Appleton may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it keeps your vehicle up off the road and helps provide a comfy ride around Appleton. Its job is to keep your whee... More