What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service)
March 26, 2023
If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission. After all, it's not moving smoothly down the road. But there are plenty of malfunctions that can cause those symptoms, one of them being something you may have nev... More
Low Power Mystery (Ignition Coil Service)
March 19, 2023
It's no fun when your vehicle just doesn't run the way it used to. You may notice (especially in cold weather) the engine won't start easily or when it does start, it doesn't run smoothly. It may not have much power at all. You also may have had to stop at the gas station more often, a sign you... More
Training Received by Technicians in Fort Myers, Florida
March 12, 2023
When your vehicle breaks down in the Fort Myers, Florida, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you need to be back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.We've been chec... More
Problems with Suspension Solved at Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) in Fort Myers
March 5, 2023
A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Fort Myers drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls he... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy): Signs of an Alignment Problem
February 26, 2023
When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Fort Myers drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like an accident, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. W... More
In a Fog (Fogged Windows in Cold Weather)
February 19, 2023
It's bad enough in cold weather when ice and snow block your visibility. Add to that fog on the inside of your windows and you could be driving blind. So here are a few tips on how to keep your windows from fogging up when there's a chill in the air. You probably know fog is really condensation... More
Fuel System Cleaning the Professional Way at Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy)
February 12, 2023
Your fuel system needs to be clean to do its job properly. When it gets dirty, the results are lower engine performance, reduced fuel economy and impaired safety. It can even lead to costly repair bills for Fort Myers drivers. So keep your fuel system clean as part of your routine preventive main... More
Nighttime Visibility in Fort Myers
February 5, 2023
There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Fort Myers area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibilityIt's said that 90 percent of our driving decisio... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
January 29, 2023
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 Myers drivers wa... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
January 22, 2023
When Fort Myers drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Fort Myers drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shock... More