The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil
October 22, 2023
Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally o... More
Round and Round (Wheel Balancing)
October 15, 2023
In a perfect world, all wheels and tires would be perfectly round and weigh exactly the same at every point of the wheel. Unfortunately, they're not, and if they're out of balance, they can reduce the lifespan of your tires, make your vehicle shake like a carnival ride, and maybe even damage a f... More
Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)
October 8, 2023
When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away. Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low and running a vehicle in that condition can lead to expensive repairs. While there are many reasons oil leak... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln: Wiper Blade Options
October 1, 2023
Wiper blades are critically important to Lincoln drivers for good driving visibility and safety. When its time to replace your wiper blades, there are a number of different wiper blade designs and grades. Lincoln drivers should always use at least the design or grade that came with their vehicle.... More
Low Power Mystery (Ignition Coil Service)
September 24, 2023
It's no fun when your vehicle just doesn't run the way it used to. You may notice (especially in cold weather) the engine won't start easily or when it does start, it doesn't run smoothly. It may not have much power at all. You also may have had to stop at the gas station more often, a sign you... More
Don't be Fuelish (Signs Fuel Pump is Failing)
September 17, 2023
A driver of a large SUV loaded with equipment was heading on a 7-hour work trip when he stopped at a gas station to refuel. When he went to restart his SUV, it turned over but wouldn't catch. Try as he might, he was never able to get it started again. Of course there are many things that can c... More
Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
September 10, 2023
If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presents. There are many things that can cause a vehicle to give off a gasoline odor. One of the easi... More
No Yolk! Rotten Egg Smell (Sulfur Smell Causes)
September 3, 2023
The pungent smell of rotten eggs can send people running for the hills. So when that odor is inside your vehicle, yikes! Yolks! The good news is that a trained service technician can search the source of that smell and stanch the stench that comes from another words that begins with S. Sulfur... More
Stay Safe in Lincoln by Putting Your Cell Phone on ICE
August 27, 2023
We don't want to think about it, but each Lincoln resident who drives or rides in a vehicle is potentially an accident victim. In the worst-case scenario, those people are unconscious and unable to communicate with Nebraska rescue workers. Rescue workers and Lincoln police are well aware of this ... More
A Honking Big Jam (Stuck Horn)
August 20, 2023
At one time or another, most drivers honk their horn at someone who might be texting at a stoplight or not paying attention when they're driving. But what happens when you tap on your horn and all of a sudden it won't quit? Everyone's looking at you like you're an angry jerk and all you want to ... More