Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin On Your Serpentine Belt
November 6, 2022
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Austin, Texas, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Then the... More
Can Your Car Last Another Year?
October 30, 2022
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Austin car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Austin, Texas, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering and manuf... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in Texas: Winter Car Prep for Austin Drivers
September 5, 2022
When autumn comes around in Austin, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Austin drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Austin driver... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Austin and the Maintenance Mindset
July 17, 2022
When it comes to their vehicles, some Austin residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Austin drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance but just m... More
Severe Service Requirements
June 18, 2022
A lot of Austin drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of autom... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
February 20, 2022
Sometimes we hear people in Austin say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that complexi... More
Make Your Vehicle Last
February 6, 2022
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Texas folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do wit... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Austin Drivers
August 22, 2021
People in Austin have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13,... 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