Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)

May 21, 2023

In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... More

Severe Service Requirements

September 30, 2022

A lot of Fort Wayne drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of a... More

Keeping Your Car Young in Fort Wayne

September 28, 2022

As Fort Wayne consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in Indiana, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and move on. It seems like when we were kids our parents were real sticklers about taking care of our ... More

The Importance of Fort Wayne Drivers Following Service Intervals

September 25, 2022

Today in our Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Fort Wayne with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundr... More

Technician Training at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater

September 17, 2022

Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater in Fort Wayne. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive p... More

Keep Your Fort Wayne Car Breathing Free: Engine Air Filter

September 16, 2022

Hey Fort Wayne - this is something really amazing: Your vehicle uses 12,000 times as much air as fuel when you drive it. All of that air has to be filtered to keep your engine clean.That's like 100 gallons (380 liters) of air every block! The engine air filter is just another example of a very i... More

Economics of Maintenance for Fort Wayne Auto Owners

August 31, 2022

Buying a new car in Fort Wayne is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Fort Wayne who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having s... More

Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle

August 29, 2022

We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Fort Wayne drivers wa... More

Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater On Your Serpentine Belt

August 28, 2022

Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Fort Wayne, Indiana, customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Th... More

Can Your Car Last Another Year?

August 22, 2022

Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Fort Wayne car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Fort Wayne, Indiana, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering... More