Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Air Conditioning Inspection

April 26, 2020

Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Batavia require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also some p... More

The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia Guide to Caring for Your Transmission

April 19, 2020

Most vehicles have automatic transmissions, yet a lot of Batavia drivers only have a fuzzy understanding about what a transmission does. Think back to the last time you rode a bike in Batavia. You started out in a lower gear and shifted to higher gears as you went faster. Down shift for hills, s... More

STRAIGHT TALK ABOUT STEERING (Loose Steering)

April 12, 2020

Perhaps you've heard someone use the term "loose steering." And it's pretty much what it sounds like. You turn the steering wheel and the vehicle's wheels don't seem to go exactly where you thought you were pointing them. You have to constantly make steering adjustments. Loose steering is slop... More

Introduction to Diesels for Batavia, Illinois

April 5, 2020

Something you're going to be hearing a lot about around Batavia, Illinois, is diesel engines. We're not talking about semi-trucks and buses; we're talking about diesel engine cars, pick-ups and SUVs.Most people in Illinois are surprised to learn that around half the cars on the road in Europe hav... More