Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy)
September 8, 2019
Most Tampa folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Tampa market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that would have been to... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in FL: Winter Car Prep for Tampa Drivers
September 1, 2019
When autumn comes around in Tampa, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Tampa drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Tampa drivers o... More
Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy)
August 25, 2019
These days many people in the Tampa area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenanc... More
Fall and Spring Checkup in Tampa
July 7, 2019
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service... More
The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Tampa Drivers
June 23, 2019
People in Tampa have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13,0... More
Tampa Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
June 9, 2019
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Tampa drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Tampa drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of your trip... More
New School: Automotive Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) Technician Training
April 7, 2019
Tampa consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles have made... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) On Your Serpentine Belt
August 6, 2018
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Tampa, FL, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Then there's... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On
July 30, 2018
All Tampa service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant throu... More
Keep Your Tampa Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter
May 28, 2018
Hey Tampa - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's like 100 gallons (380 liters) of air every block! The engine air filter is just another example of a very import... More