Too Hot to Handle (Vehicle Overheating)
January 17, 2020
In the hot weather, seeing steam coming from the engine compartment is something we all dread. No one wants that to happen to them. But if you know the signs of overheating and how to deal with it, you may be able to reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle, maybe even prevent getting stranded ... More
The Turn Signal Mystery (Turn Signal Problems)
January 16, 2020
Some problems are easy to diagnose on a vehicle; others aren't. Figuring out what's wrong with a malfunctioning turn signal sometimes fits into both categories. By the way, if your tempted to just leave your broken blinker broken, remember you can get a ticket for not using them, not to mention... More
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
January 15, 2020
Perrysburg drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the ste... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg in Perrysburg
January 14, 2020
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Perrysburg road? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine accessories. It runs the alternator - which charges the battery; the water pump... More
Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg
December 1, 2019
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge... More
What Perrysburg Customers like About Us at Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg
November 24, 2019
A big part of the service we provide at Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg for our Perrysburg customers is education. We want you to feel confident with your service decisions. And we're always open to questions from our valued Perrysburg area customers. Even though we try to be proactive in our Tuffy ... More
The Byte Stuff (Your Vehicle's Computers)
November 17, 2019
Nobody has to tell you that computers are a part of so many things in our lives. Smartphones, kitchen appliances, vacuum cleaners, televisions. You name itit has a computer in it. And your vehicle is no exception. The earliest cars relied on the technology of their time, and there was no such ... More
Not a Good Vibe (Driveshaft Failure)
November 10, 2019
When you feel your vehicle vibrating as you're driving down the road, one cause could be something you may not have ever seen: your driveshaft. It is underneath the vehicle and most drivers don't climb under there to take a look very often. The driveshaft is a cylindrical part that helps conduc... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis
November 3, 2019
Modern Perrysburg vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute th... More
Check Engine Light Diagnosis at Tuffy Tire & Auto Perrysburg
October 28, 2019
Hello Perrysburg . Have you ever had your Check Engine light come on? Did you panic? Or just scowl and ignore it? What should you do? Pull to the side of the road and call a tow truck? Or just keep driving? What does that little light really mean for Perrysburg drivers?First of all, the Check En... More