Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires

December 17, 2017

Fort Wayne drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the ste... More

Saving Lives in Fort Wayne with Tire Pressure

November 21, 2017

All new passenger vehicles on our Fort Wayne, Indiana, roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are underinflated. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about them.First off, the most important thing is that ... More

How Much is Enough for Fort Wayne Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth

November 5, 2017

Most Fort Wayne drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the te... More

Getting New Tires in Fort Wayne?

October 23, 2017

There are so many tire choices in the Fort Wayne area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Fort Wayne area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your... More

The Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater Guide to Custom Wheels

April 24, 2017

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Fort Wayne drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, t... More

Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater

March 14, 2017

When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater: Where Should New Tires Be Placed

September 25, 2016

When Fort Wayne drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with significant wear, which could affect your traction control, stability control and anti-lock brake system... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater: Tire Replacement Overview

August 30, 2016

Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Fort Wayne drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) ... More

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater in Fort Wayne

June 21, 2016

Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Fort Wayne drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, bu... More

Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln

February 29, 2016

Welcome to the Tuffy Fort Wayne - Coldwater automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Fort Wayne conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the ti... More