Archives for Aug 2022
Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
August 28, 2022
At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Winter Springs we've had a lot of Winter Springs customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Florida. The median age of personal vehicles is now ov... More
Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
August 21, 2022
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Winter Springs Service for Your Exhaust System
August 14, 2022
Your vehicle's exhaust system is more than just a tailpipe and a muffler. In fact, it is one of the most complex systems on your vehicle. The manifold is attached to the vehicle engine. It collects exhaust from the cylinders and directs it into the exhaust pipe. Gaskets seal the connection of th... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Slow Down in Winter Springs
August 7, 2022
Theres not much Winter Springs drivers can do about the price of gas in Florida, but we can control - up to a point - how much we use. Our driving habits can dramatically affect our fuel economy.The first thing we can do is watch the go-pedal. Hard acceleration just sucks the gas. Gently leave st... More