Not So Hot in Columbus
February 4, 2024
When the weather turns cold, it's nice to crank up the furnace and enjoy the heat. But if your home's furnace doesn't work, it's not too comfortable. Same goes with your vehicle. When the heater's not working, things can get miserable. It could also signal some major problems, which we'll discuss... More
Steering You Right (Power Steering Signs of Problems)
January 28, 2024
Nearly every modern vehicle on the road today has power steering, a wonderful invention that makes steering take far less effort than it did in the "good old days." Today, we take our steering for granted: until something goes wrong, that is. Most power steering these days is rack-and-pinion, th... More
Columbus Drivers: Get Fresh Air Inside Your Car
January 21, 2024
Let's talk about air quality in Columbus. It's a global issue, but affects us wherever we are. Many decades ago, Columbus drivers began to become aware of how air pollution negatively affects health. But what about the air inside your vehicle?Now, it's only been in the last few years that cabin a... More
What Columbus Customers like About Us at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus
January 14, 2024
A big part of the service we provide at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus for our Columbus customers is education. We want you to feel confident with your service decisions. And we're always open to questions from our valued Columbus area customers. Even though we try to be proactive in our Tuff... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus: Tire Replacement Overview
January 7, 2024
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Columbus drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of... More
Rotation Explanation (Tire Rotation Patterns)
January 1, 2024
You may notice that when you get your vehicle's oil changed, your service adviser may recommend that you have your tires rotated at the same time. The reasons are simple. That will allow your tires to wear more evenly and reduce the noise your tires make as you drive down the road. There are di... More
Drive Defensively in Ohio
December 31, 2023
Car care is part of auto safety in Columbus. But the most important thing we can do to improve safety on Ohio roads is to drive safely.Defensive driving begins with the proper attitude. Have in mind that you won't let anyone take your safety away from you. You'll be aware of your surroundings, r... More
By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus in Columbus
December 24, 2023
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Columbus 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 ... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
December 17, 2023
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Columbus drivers want... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down Around Columbus
December 10, 2023
There's not much we can do about the price of gas in Columbus, Ohio, but we do quite a bit about how much we use as we're driving on our Columbus streets.Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy.The first thing we can do is watch the 'go-pedal.' Hard acceleration just sucks the... More