Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids
February 29, 2016
Tires do a lot of work for Grand Rapids drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Grand Rapids. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passe... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Grand Rapids Tune Up
February 28, 2016
Have you ever gone to listen to an orchestra? The musicians take the stage early and tune their instruments. Each individual instrument must be in tune, but the critical thing is for the entire orchestra to be in tune with each other. That's why they tune up together.Now this is no surprise; I'm ... More
What Grand Rapids Customers like About Us at Tuffy Grand Rapids
February 27, 2016
A big part of the service we provide at Tuffy Grand Rapids for our Grand Rapids customers is education. We want you to feel confident with your service decisions. And we're always open to questions from our valued Grand Rapids area customers. Even though we try to be proactive in our Tuffy Grand ... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Grand Rapids Automobiles
February 27, 2016
Grand Rapids drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Grand Rapids, Michigan , streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's wheels are... More
Talk to Tuffy Grand Rapids About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
February 26, 2016
Custom wheels are one way that Grand Rapids folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have t... More
Exhaust Service at Tuffy Grand Rapids: Passing the Smell Test
February 25, 2016
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Grand Rapids residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All Michigan folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes w... More
Deciphering the Tuffy Grand Rapids Menu Board
February 24, 2016
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Grand Rapids, Michigan , service centers like Tuffy Grand Rapids have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alphab... More
Fuel System Cleaning At Tuffy Grand Rapids
February 12, 2016
Is your car sometimes hard to start on an early Grand Rapids morning? When you turn the key, does it hesitate or stutter? If so, the problem could be the result of a dirty fuel system. Your car's fuel system starts with the air filter and ends in the top of your engine. Over time, di... More
Emergency Items For Grand Rapids car owners
February 9, 2016
Safe Michigan travel starts with preventive maintenance and good car care at Tuffy Grand Rapids. But there are other things Grand Rapids car owners can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Heres some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your l... More