Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy)
May 29, 2022
A lot of us Tampa drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for FL motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thousands of d... More
A Real "Pane" (Window Maintenance and Repair)
May 22, 2022
It's pretty frustrating when your driver's window won't work. You can't get your food at the drive-thru without opening the door, have a tough time using the ATM from your vehicle, can't have that fresh breeze blowing through your hair as you listen to your favorite road tunes. Plus, there's a s... More
The Turn Signal Mystery (Turn Signal Problems)
May 17, 2022
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
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) Often Asked About Premium vs. Regular Gas
May 8, 2022
Tampa residents often ask the question: "Will using premium gas make my car run better?" The answer is simple. But first, let's talk about what exactly premium gasoline is.Different grades of gasoline have different octane ratings. Regular gasoline has the lowest octane rating and premium the hi... More
Should Tampa Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?
May 1, 2022
So you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Tampa (Gunn Hwy) tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule but you take a second look at that severe service schedule and see some of the followin... More
The Vivacious Vernal Vehicle (Preparing Vehicle for Spring)
April 24, 2022
Most of us look forward to spring because the days are longer, the weather's warmer and we can finally get our vehicles into warm weather mode. Here are a few things that will breathe fresh energy into anyone's car, SUV, truck or van. First thing is a good cleaning, especially underneath. If you... More
Change is Good (Oil Change)
April 17, 2022
You've heard that expression, change is good. When it comes to your vehicle's oil, change is not only good, it's vital for the health of the engine. But there's one question that puzzles many drivers: how frequently should my vehicle's oil be changed? There is not one simple answer, but here ar... More
Busted! Air Conditioning (Air Conditioning Maintenance)
April 10, 2022
Your vehicle's air conditioning is something you count on when the weather heats up. But there's bound to be a day when you turn it on and one of these things happens: Only warm air blows out Cold air starts blowing out but then it turns warm on its own It's not blowing air at all It blows smel... More
The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
April 3, 2022
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More
Steer Clear of Power Steering Problems (Power Steering Maintenance)
March 27, 2022
We usually take our vehicle's easy steering for granted until something goes wrong. Power steering is what makes it almost effortless to turn the steering wheel, aiming your vehicle in the direction you want to go. Without the assistance of power from the engine, steering would be a laborious pr... More