Direct Fuel Injection Update from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin

October 31, 2021

For those of you in Austin, Texas who pay attention to these things, you may have been hearing about the new direct injection engines and want to learn more about them. Some deliver the power of a V8 with the economy of a V6.For example, in one family of engines the conventional V6 makes about 2... More

Easy Miles ? Do Austin Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?

October 24, 2021

Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... More

When Are Your Tires Worn Out?

October 17, 2021

Hey Austin area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Texas streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Austin area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inch i... More

Get Where You're Going with Power Steering Service in Austin

October 10, 2021

Today we're going to talk about power steering service in Austin. If you took an informal poll around Austin you'd probably find that most vehicle owners have never heard of power steering service. That's not surprising. Even though power steering is standard on every vehicle, most people in Aust... More

3 Winter Windshield Tips (Care of Windshield)

October 3, 2021

Cold weather can present some real challenges when it comes to your vehicle's windshield. Think of it. Your windshield is your window to the world when you're driving, and clear visibility is extraordinarily important for safe travels. So here are 3 tips to ensure that your windshield can do it... More