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
I Had No Idea! (Four Things You Didn't Know About Vehicles)
April 21, 2024
Bet you didn't know: Some of the earliest rearview mirrors were marketed as "Cop Spotters" so drivers would know when police were following them. Who wants a ticket, anyway? According to eBay Motors, Elmer Berger first patented a rearview mirror that was mounted on the front fenders, on the spare... More
That Squeal is Telling You Something (What Causes Squealing While Steering)
April 14, 2024
If you hear a squealing noise when you turn your vehicle, it's trying to tell you something is wrong. After all, it never made that noise before, right? The sound you hear may becoming from a few sources. Let's take a look (or a listen) to some of the possibilities. First, you almost certainl... More
Staying In Charge (Alternator Repair)
April 7, 2024
Seems like these days, we're hearing about more and more electric or hybrid vehicles. Keep in mind that conventional gasoline internal combustion vehicles have important electrical components, too, and it's important to make sure they're operating at their peak. In a vehicle with a gasoline engi... More