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Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center AustinWhen 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 al... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 18, 2016 Battery Basics for AustinIt's important for Austin drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold Texas weather. Most Austin area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, ... Read More Posted in Fluids on October 10, 2016 Defensive Driving in Austin, TexasThere was a man in the Austin area who learned that most car accidents occur within a mile of home – so he moved. (Just Kidding!)When we think of defensive driving, we often focus on our local Texas highway situations. The fact of the matter is we need to be just as careful close to home ... Read More Posted in Steering on October 04, 2016 What to Do In Case of an AccidentIf you've ever been in a car accident around Austin, Texas, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what you should do in case of an accident in Austin, Texas:When an accident occurs, you should always stop. Leaving t... Read More Posted in Windshield Wipers on September 25, 2016 Charge It in Austin for Extended Battery LifeHere's an interesting statistic for our in Austin, Texas drivers: Only thirty percent of car batteries make it to forty-eight months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from fifty-one months in extremely cold areas to just thirty months in extremely hot climates.Wh... Read More Posted in Fluids on September 18, 2016 The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin Guide to Vehicle DiagnosisModern Austin vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions – and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute – thin... Read More Posted in Diagnostics on September 12, 2016 Emergency Items for AustinSafe Texas travel starts with preventive maintenance and good car care at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin. But there are other things Austin residents can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Here's some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may sav... Read More Posted in Safety on September 06, 2016 Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin: Serpentine Belt System WearThe primary job of the serpentine belt for Austin drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesn’t spin fast enough, the battery will not comple... Read More Posted in Serpentine Belt on August 29, 2016 Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Austin: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center AustinTaking care of our tires is part of car care for Austin drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Austin dri... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on August 22, 2016 Austin, Texas Winter Prep Service for Your AutoWhen winter approaches in Texas, Austin residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Texas winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Austin residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need your vehicle to... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on August 16, 2016 |
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