Why Is My Check Engine Light On?

May 27, 2018

The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Fort Wayne drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wrong th... More

Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Fort Wayne: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater

May 20, 2018

Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Fort Wayne drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Fort Way... More

Shake It up in Fort Wayne!: Why Wheel Balancing

May 13, 2018

Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More

When "Shady" is a Good Thing

May 8, 2018

Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady spot, or you can buy a cover for your vehicle and put it on when you know it's going to be sitting in... More