Lease or Buy?

December 17, 2023

Lease? Or buy? These are the options for Columbus drivers. It's always a tough question for auto owners, but here is some info that'll help you make an informed decision.If you buy, you'll pay the full cost of the vehicle, maybe an initial down payment, monthly payments on the balance that pays d... More

What to Do in Case of an Accident in Columbus

August 15, 2021

Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Columbus, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what Columbus drivers should do in case of an accident:When an accident occurs,... More

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Columbus

August 4, 2019

One Columbus automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Columbus, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and tr... More

Considering an Alternative Fuel Vehicle in Columbus?

June 2, 2019

There is a clear and vocal demand in Columbus and nationally for a reduction in air pollution and our dependence on fossil fuels. This is what is driving the Ohio market for alternative fuel vehicles. There are a number of these vehicles on Columbus area roads today, and many more being develope... More

Drive Train Service in Columbus at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus

August 19, 2018

The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More

Time for Differential Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus?

July 22, 2018

Hello Columbus - let's talk differentials. If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, your differential is on the back axle. With front-wheel drive cars, the differential is up front. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive vehicles have three differentials - front, rear and in the middle. So you see, yo... More