Low Power Mystery (Ignition Coil Service)
January 29, 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
Not Too Hot and Not Too Cold (Temperature Gauge)
January 22, 2023
You know your body temperature is supposed to be 98.6 degrees F, 37 degrees C. Your vehicle has a normal temperature, too, and if you pay attention to it, that can save you some big headaches down the road. Many vehicles have a temperature gauge on the dash that takes the temperature of the engi... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Tire Replacement Overview
January 15, 2023
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Batavia 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
Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)
January 8, 2023
There's lots of good information to read in books and online. You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attention. It's important to know how your tires are doing because a tire failure can be very dangerous to y... More
On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
January 1, 2023
Starting in 1996, Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Modul... More