The New Blade in Town
July 31, 2022
If your windshield wipers are streaking and chattering when you turn them on in the rain or snow, it's time for a little "blade renewal." And when it comes to new wiper blades, there are some new designs that are worth a look. One of the latest is called the beam blade. It's different than conve... More
Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
July 24, 2022
If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presents. There are many things that can cause a vehicle to give off a gasoline odor. One of the easi... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
July 17, 2022
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More
Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
July 10, 2022
Welcome to the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Columbus 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, th... More
The Straight and Narrow: Power Steering Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus
July 3, 2022
Service to a vehicle's power steering system is part of preventive maintenance for Columbus auto owners. This system provides power to the steering wheel so you can turn it with ease. Without power steering, all of the power to turn your vehicle's wheels would have to come from you.The central ... More