What You Need to Know from Your Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell Service Advisor
October 9, 2022
Powell drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren't sure how to ask. They don't want to feel embarrassed about their lack of knowledge. They don't want to make the service technician feel that they don't trust him.If your service ... More
Fuel Injection Keeps Getting Better for Powell Motorists
October 2, 2022
Powell residents know that engines burn fuel to operate. Fuel is pumped from your fuel tank to your engine where it is squirtedor injectedinto your engine's cylinders. This is the function of the fuel injectors.There are two ways to inject fuel into an engine. Fuel needs air to burn, so in the fi... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell in Powell
September 25, 2022
Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're zipping down a busy Powell 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 - w... More
A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
September 18, 2022
Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important. Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important that its connections are in top shape. Ever had a flashlight that didn't work, took out the old batteri... More
Suspension Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell in Powell
September 11, 2022
During an inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell in Powell, 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. The... More
Drivers that "T" Us Off (Bad Driving Practices)
September 4, 2022
We've all seen drivers who do things thatlet's be frankreally irritate us. They're inconsiderate, can put people in danger and make the road a much less friendly place. They really "T" us off. These are the bad drivers who fit their description to a "T." The Tailgater. You've seen this terr... More
A Cool and Smooth Transmission in Powell
August 28, 2022
When it comes to preventive maintenance on our vehicles, most of us Powell drivers remember to get our oil changed. But services that occur at longer intervals like transmission service sometimes get overlooked. Yet transmission service is part of car care. A poorly maintained transmission wil... More
On Board Diagnostics for Powell Motorists
August 21, 2022
Some Powell vehicle owners wonder why Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell and other Powell auto repair shops charge a fee for vehicle diagnostics. Receiving a diagnostic charge at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell for a tricky automotive problem shouldn't be a surprise. In the Powell area, automotiv... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Powell in Powell
August 14, 2022
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Powell drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but it... More
Such a Little Part (Climate Control Resistor)
August 7, 2022
You expect your heater/air conditioner to work like it should. You have a control for temperature and one for fan speed. You even have a control for what vents the air comes out of. Don't be surprised one day if your blower fan develops a mind of its own and starts going crazy. Most of the ti... More