Make Your Battery Last

February 24, 2019

Today's report from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 perce... More

Automobile Fluids For Your vehicle

January 27, 2019

If you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Austin, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive ar... More

The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil

January 7, 2019

Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally o... More

Super Slick at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin in Austin: Synthetic Oil

October 14, 2018

When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More

Procrastination Prevention in Austin

August 26, 2018

Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More

Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin Today

June 25, 2018

Hello Austin drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Austin, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over a... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin: Battery Testing

December 5, 2017

The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Austin drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as lon... More

A New Battery in Austin

March 12, 2017

Hello Austin drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Austin, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new battery... More

Battery Replacement at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin in Austin

October 31, 2016

Hello, welcome to Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin. Today's focus is batteries. It seems like everything in Austin runs on batteries. Of course, the batteries we're most concerned with here at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin are those in our customer's vehicles. Just like the batt... More

Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin

October 18, 2016

When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More