Automotive Tips from Tuffy Toledo (Airport Hwy): Alignment Inspection
July 28, 2025
Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Toledo drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Tuffy Toledo (Airport Hwy) will inspect your tires for uneven wear as well as susp... More
Oh, Stop! (Disc Brake Service)
July 21, 2025
Every time you drive your vehicle, you wear down your brakes just a little bit. And after a while, that adds up. Gradually, your stopping power isn't like it used to be. Since brakes are one of your vehicle's most important safety features, it just makes sense to keep them performing well. Mos... More
How to Radiate Cool (Radiator Care)
July 14, 2025
There's nothing that radiates cool like a vehicle radiator that's helping to keep your engine running at the proper temperature. You don't have to baby it, but you can't simply ignore it, either. Let's take a quick dive under the hood to let you know what the radiator is doing. It takes the he... More
Move it or Lose It (Dormant Vehicles)
July 7, 2025
When it comes to your vehicle, driving it too much can cause some issues. But what about not driving a vehicle enough? That has consequences as well. Here are a few things that can happen if a vehicle isn't driven enough. When the engine doesn't operate, the oil isn't lubricating. That means so... More
How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
June 30, 2025
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a few that have been making their mark in recent years. Adaptive cruise control. This is cruise control with... More
NOT JUST ANOTHER CUSTOMER (Finding the Right Service Facility)
June 23, 2025
You might remember a hit TV sitcom that was set in a bar, a place where "everybody knows your name." The idea, of course, is people feel more comfortable where they aren't just another customer among many; they're special because their relationship goes back a few years. That comfortable relat... More
The Last Gas (Fuel Pump Replacement).
June 16, 2025
You're heading down the road and you notice your vehicle is sputtering, like it's running out of gas. But the gauge show's it's still got a quarter of a tank. So what gives? It could be that your fuel pump is failing, meaning your engine is not getting enough gas to run properly. While fuel pu... More
Bad Vibrations (Brake Rotor Replacement)
June 9, 2025
If youve ever stepped on your brake pedal and felt your vehicle vibrate, thats a signal that you shouldnt ignore. A pulsating brake pedal is a sign that something is wrong. Braking action should be smooth, sure, and quiet, not shaky and noisy. Most newer vehicles have disc brakes, called that b... More
Combustion Choreography: Timing Belt Replacement at Tuffy Toledo (Airport Hwy) in Toledo
June 2, 2025
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreographer.Our auto engines are also highly choreographed. Pistons travel up and down inside cylinde... More
Tuffy Toledo (Airport Hwy) Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Toledo
May 26, 2025
Let's talk about something critical for all Toledo drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hub keeps you... More