The Neglected Windshield (Windshield Care)
February 26, 2023
You look at it every day, yet you don't really see it. We're talking about your vehicle's windshield, and if you're not seeing it at all, that's probably a good sign. The fact is that unless our windshields get fogged up, hazy or cracked, we don't pay all that much attention to them. Consideri... More
Recommended Austin Service Intervals
February 19, 2023
Everyone in Austin, Texas, knows we are advised to go to our Austin dentist twice a year. Oral-conscious Austin residents have a teeth-cleaning and examination. Once a year, we get x-rays to look for problems that can't be seen with the naked eye. When our dentist is done, he/she tells us what w... More
Snake in the Engine (Serpentine Belt)
February 12, 2023
There's a belt that snakes through your engine. It's even named for a snake, the serpentine belt. It'll bite you when it breaks, possibly leaving you stranded. So, it's good to know a little about this snake-like belt. In early engines, there were lots of belts. They were used to convert the r... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin: Brake Noise
February 5, 2023
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Austin. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are expos... More