What?s That Yellow Squiggly Line Anyway? (What Warning Lights Mean)
October 27, 2025
You may have noticed when you start your vehicle, youll see several symbols light up on the dash. Theyre different colors and shapes, and sometimes its hard to figure out what each of those symbols mean. They are warning lights and symbolize something in your vehicle is sending you a message. I... More
How Does Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Know What to Recommend?
October 23, 2025
When you drop your vehicle off at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center in Titusville, they don't just poke around under your hood looking for stuff to do. Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center professionals have lists and procedures they follow for different types of service. First of all, your Titusville... More
A Real "Pane" (Window Maintenance and Repair)
October 12, 2025
It's pretty frustrating when your driver's window won't work. You can't get your food at the drive-thru without opening the door, have a tough time using the ATM from your vehicle, can't have that fresh breeze blowing through your hair as you listen to your favorite road tunes. Plus, there's a s... More
Oil's Well That Ends Well (Oil Change Grades and Weight)
October 5, 2025
Changing your oil regularly is one of the most important things you can do to keep your vehicle running well. And knowing the right type of oil to use is also very important. Engine oil is classified by weight, but it doesn't refer to how much the oil would weigh if you put it on a scale. It r... More
Smooth Operator (Shocks and Struts)
October 5, 2025
Few of us ever drive somewhere without encountering some pretty rough roads, and it's amazing how well our vehicles are able to smooth out the ride. Thank your shocks and struts. The two parts are similar. Some cars have shocks in the rear, and struts in the front. Others have struts all around... More
Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)
October 4, 2025
After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... More
No Fueling Around (Fuel Filter Replacement)
October 3, 2025
A driver called in to the shop the other day saying his European sports sedan had an odd problem. He was driving when his car started to slow down. Applying more throttle didn't help. He pulled over to the side of the road, shut the engine off and waited a few minutes before starting it up aga... More
Cool Running (Water Pump)
October 2, 2025
Your vehicle is like you in a way. When it gets hot, it needs to be cooled down. And one of the key parts to keeping it cool is the water pump. Now, that's a bit of a misnomer. It IS a pump, but it's pumping coolant, not pure water. Cooling off your engine is vital since it builds up heat whe... More
What You Need to Know from Your Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Service Advisor
October 1, 2025
Titusville drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren't sure how to ask. They don't want to feel embarrassed about their lack of knowledge. They don't want to make the service technician feel that they don't trust him.If your serv... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center: Battery Testing
September 28, 2025
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 when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Titusville drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long a... More