Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
October 23, 2025
OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More
Sniffing Out a Problem
March 30, 2025
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention. For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve... More
A Clean Connection (Battery Cleaning)
February 16, 2025
A clean connection is a wonderful thing. Think of a good cell phone signal or an airline connection with ample time and short distance to the next gate. Good connections are also important for your vehicles battery, and one secret to that is to make sure its periodically cleaned. If its been a w... More
Procrastination Prevention in Fort Myers
December 15, 2024
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
A New Battery in Fort Myers
June 16, 2024
Hello Fort Myers drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Fort Myers, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new... More
Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) Today
June 2, 2024
Hello Fort Myers drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Fort Myers, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continue... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy)
April 14, 2024
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
Make Your Battery Last
April 7, 2024
Today's report from Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent of Fo... More
Feeling Powerless (Why Is My Battery Light On?)
February 18, 2024
When one of your vehicles warning lights comes on, the first thing that comes to mind is, Oh, no, whats wrong now? When its the battery light, it means theres something wrong with your vehicles battery or charging system. And because both are important for your vehicle to work properly, its a go... More
Tuffy Fort Myers (Daniels Pkwy) Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
February 11, 2024
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Fort Myers residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can ... More