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