Emergency Items for Oswego
May 30, 2021
Safe Illinois travel starts with preventive maintenance and good vehicle care at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Oswego. But there are other things Oswego residents can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Here's some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your lif... More
Breathe Deep in Oswego With a New Cabin Air Filter
May 23, 2021
Poor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and Oswego auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with a cabin air filter. Check your vehicle owner's manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around 12,000 to 15,000 miles (19,000 to 24,... More
The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
May 16, 2021
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More
Let Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Oswego Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years
May 9, 2021
Oswego area residents may remember when the U.S. government's Cash for Clunkers program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, in the interest of better and improved air quality from reduced emissions.But a lot of Oswego drivers want to h... More
Trickle Down Technology
May 2, 2021
Recently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator and, unlike a gasoline engine car, the Leaf doesn't just slowly lose speed; letting off the throt... More
Alternative Fuel Vehicles in Oswego, Illinois
April 25, 2021
Let's talk about alternative fuel vehicles. In their quest to reduce the use of fossil fuels and harmful exhaust emissions in our Illinois environment, automakers will have a number of alternatives for Oswego drivers very soon.For instance, Flex Fuel vehicles are already available in the Oswego ... More
Smooth Shifting in Oswego, Illinois: Transmission Service
April 18, 2021
So you have some exciting plans for the weekend. You're going to take some of your friends out on the boat for some water skiing. Of course, you've gotten the boat all ready. And you haven't forgotten about your tow vehicle. You've gassed it up and even vacuumed it out. However, there is somethi... More
The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)
April 11, 2021
Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation. But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing in one of your vehicle's systems. You can ... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Oswego Guide to Servicing Your Differential
April 4, 2021
Differential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for Oswego drivers. A lot of us in Oswego don't know what a differential is or what it's for. Every ... More
Some New Boots (Suspension Maintenance)
March 28, 2021
There are some boots that don't come in a shoe box and aren't worn on your feet. They are called axle or CV boots, and they can be important parts for many vehicles. That CV stands for constant velocity. CV axles are mainly used in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles. They're also us... More