Car Care Tips & Advice

Expert guidance to keep your vehicle running at its best.

Cooling System Components

Today we want to talk about a system in our vehicles the cooling system. It's one of those things that Batavia auto owners don't give much thought to until it fails and then they're stranded by th...

December 01, 2019

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Windshield Wipers

No Fueling! (Fuel Filler Location)

If you've ever gotten in an unfamiliar vehicle, maybe a rental car, you may have pulled up to the...

Nov 24, 2019 Read

Monitoring System

Distracted Driving

When asked, most people think they are good at multi-tasking. Scientific studies, however, reveal...

Nov 17, 2019 Read

Older Vehicles

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Brake Noise

Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop you...

Nov 10, 2019 Read

Cooling System

Engine Hydration for Batavia Drivers: Role of Your Water Pump

The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, t...

Nov 03, 2019 Read

Windshield Wipers

THE IMPORTANCE OF VISIBILITY (Cleaning Vehicle Glass)

We've all been through it. The vehicle ahead of us kicks up mud, slush, snow or salt on our winds...

Oct 27, 2019 Read

Windshield Wipers

"Current" Affairs (Blown Fuses)

You may be driving along and find that suddenly your radio stops working. There are no numbers o...

Oct 20, 2019 Read

Service Intervals

Hey Batavia Drivers, How Many Miles Are on Your Car?

Nowadays, Batavia drivers are paying more at Illinois gas pumps. For some families it adds up to ...

Oct 13, 2019 Read

Timing Belt

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced

The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves....

Oct 06, 2019 Read

Tires and Wheels

Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Batavia Ride

It seems like everywhere you go in the Batavia area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little ca...

Sep 29, 2019 Read