Don't Neglect Your Spare (Spare Tire Care)
June 30, 2024
If you've ever had a flat tire, then you know welcome it is to have a spare tire that is properly inflated, in good shape and easy to get to. Problem is many of us don't even give our spare tire (if we even have one) a second thought. If you have an SUV or truck with a spare, it may be mounted o... More
I'm Cool With That (AC Exchange)
June 23, 2024
On a hot day, you want your vehicle's air conditioning to work. When the air blowing out of your vents isn't cold, it's easy to think, "I'll just take it by the shop and have them top off my refrigerant." But while some people think air conditioning is that simple, it's actually not. If your ref... More
The Neglected Windshield (Windshield Care)
June 16, 2024
You look at it every day, yet you don't really see it. We're talking about your vehicle's windshield, and if you're not seeing it at all, that's probably a good sign. The fact is that unless our windshields get fogged up, hazy or cracked, we don't pay all that much attention to them. Consideri... More
Problems with Suspension Solved at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln in Lincoln
June 9, 2024
A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Lincoln drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls heavy... More
Hey Lincoln Drivers, How Many Miles Are on Your Car?
June 2, 2024
Nowadays, Lincoln drivers are paying more at Nebraska gas pumps. For some families it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. That's got to come out of the budget somewhere. This is one of the reasons many Nebraska drivers are putting off buying a new car. They plan on keeping their old v... More
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
May 26, 2024
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Lincoln Bigf... More
Technician Training at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln
May 19, 2024
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln in Lincoln. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive... More
The Truth about Tire Pressure (Tire Inflation)
May 12, 2024
Most light vehicles (under 10,000 pounds/4,500 kg) in North America sold from 2008 model year on have a feature that many people are confused about. It's the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). You may have some experience with it yourself if you own a newer vehicle. Vehicles with TPMS hav... More
Singing a Different Tune (Up) (Tune Ups)
May 5, 2024
Engines required a lot more maintenance in earlier times. You'd have to have your spark plugs, wires, rotors, caps, distributor points, fuel and air filters changed periodically. There were mechanical adjustments of a vehicle's timing, dwell, spark gap and idle mixture, too. Unless you like to ... More
The New Blade in Town
April 28, 2024
If your windshield wipers are streaking and chattering when you turn them on in the rain or snow, it's time for a little "blade renewal." And when it comes to new wiper blades, there are some new designs that are worth a look. One of the latest is called the beam blade. It's different than conve... More