Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia Today
May 3, 2020
Hello Batavia drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Batavia, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over... More
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
Picking the Right Tires in Batavia
March 29, 2020
Shopping for tires in Batavia can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Batavia are looking for maximum summertime performa... More
Not a Good Vibe (Driveshaft Failure)
March 22, 2020
When you feel your vehicle vibrating as you're driving down the road, one cause could be something you may not have ever seen: your driveshaft. It is underneath the vehicle and most drivers don't climb under there to take a look very often. The driveshaft is a cylindrical part that helps conduc... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia: Where Should New Tires Be Placed
March 15, 2020
When Batavia drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake systems.I... More
Chilly Warning (Diagnosing a Noise in Cold Vehicle)
March 8, 2020
When the weather gets colder, sometimes the noises your vehicle makes will change. For example, you may notice a whining sound when you get going in the morning. It may go away when the vehicle warms up, but it's best not to ignore that sound because it could be a warning of worse things to com... More
Good Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Batavia Equals Good Fuel Economy in Batavia
March 1, 2020
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Batavia drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Illinois, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventi... More