Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin
July 25, 2021
A lot of us Austin drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Texas motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thousands ... More
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin
July 18, 2021
Many Austin car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air filt... More
Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
July 11, 2021
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles
July 4, 2021
Hello Texas! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll hav... More