Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)

March 31, 2024

If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More

Heat and your Tires (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)

March 24, 2024

With hotter weather and brutal heat waves becoming more common, the pressure in your vehicle's tires goes up. After all, heat causes air to expand, and the air in your tires follows the laws of physics. Overinflated tires can reduce your vehicle's traction, cause a hard, punishing ride and make ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Air Conditioning ? Common Problem

March 17, 2024

Your auto air conditioning system cools and conditions the air in your passenger compartment when you are driving around Batavia. It also removes moisture from the air to keep your windows from fogging up.A common A/C problem for Batavia drivers that visit Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia is con... More

NOT JUST ANOTHER CUSTOMER (Finding the Right Service Facility)

March 10, 2024

You might remember a hit TV sitcom that was set in a bar, a place where "everybody knows your name." The idea, of course, is people feel more comfortable where they aren't just another customer among many; they're special because their relationship goes back a few years. That comfortable relat... More

In a Fog (Fogged Windows in Cold Weather)

March 3, 2024

It's bad enough in cold weather when ice and snow block your visibility. Add to that fog on the inside of your windows and you could be driving blind. So here are a few tips on how to keep your windows from fogging up when there's a chill in the air. You probably know fog is really condensation... More