Suspension Service at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte in Charlotte

October 18, 2020

During an inspection at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte in Charlotte, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. Ther... More

Charlotte Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?

October 11, 2020

Any Charlotte driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that if it ain't broke, don't fix it is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Charlotte residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of this... More

Emergency Items for Charlotte

October 4, 2020

Safe NC travel starts with preventive maintenance and good vehicle care at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte. But there are other things Charlotte 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 save your life or s... More

Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)

September 27, 2020

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

Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running

September 20, 2020

At Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte we've had a lot of Charlotte customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in NC. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

September 13, 2020

Most Charlotte drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. NC folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Charlotte drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more w... More

A Cold Day in Charlotte ? Air Conditioning Service at Tuffy Auto Service Charlotte

September 6, 2020

Most Charlotte drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy NC highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during Charlotte rush hour, but so can a long ride in a hot ... More

Things Aren't Always What They Seem

August 30, 2020

If you drive, you know at some point, something's going to go wrong with your vehicle. And sometimes, it's pretty easy to figure out what's wrong, like a flat tire. But sometimes your vehicle's symptoms can be really puzzling. One driver in NC was heading to work on a hot July day and noticed w... More

New Life for Your Older Car in Charlotte

August 23, 2020

Isn't it amazing how much of our stuff is disposable these days? Clothes, electronics, housewares, furniture.Remember the days when Charlotte families mended their clothes, polished their shoes and neatly put away their toys every night? If something was lost or ruined through neglect, your paren... More