Relax When the Wind Blows in Florida: Winter Car Prep for Bonita Springs Drivers
November 28, 2021
When autumn comes around in Bonita Springs, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Bonita Springs drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice f... More
What to Do in Case of an Accident in Bonita Springs
November 21, 2021
Screeching tires, crunching metal it's an accident! If you've ever been in a car accident in Bonita Springs, 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 Bonita Springs drivers should do in case of an accident:When an acci... More
Tracking True in Bonita Springs: Wheel Alignment
November 14, 2021
At Tuffy Bonita Springs, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Tuffy Bonita Springs alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspected for problems. Then th... More
How Much is Enough for Bonita Springs Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
November 7, 2021
Most Bonita Springs 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, th... More
Bonita Springs Alignment Service
October 31, 2021
Your car might have an alignment problem if: it drifts or pulls to one side, your steering wheel is off center, you have uneven tire wear or your car doesn't feel like it handles right. When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Running into... More
Not So Hot in Bonita Springs
October 24, 2021
When the weather turns cold, it's nice to crank up the furnace and enjoy the heat. But if your home's furnace doesn't work, it's not too comfortable. Same goes with your vehicle. When the heater's not working, things can get miserable. It could also signal some major problems, which we'll discuss... More
Transmission Service at Tuffy Bonita Springs in Bonita Springs
October 17, 2021
Let's talk about transmission service. It can be easy for Bonita Springs drivers to forget about getting their transmission serviced because it doesn't need it very often. It's easier for people in Florida to remember to change the engine oil - you know, every 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But... More
Not-So-Common Sense (Sensor Failures)
October 10, 2021
So your vehicle won't start. What's the first thing that comes to mind? Battery dead? Starter motor worn out? Out of gas? Well, those are all reasons that make sense. But your vehicle may be refusing to start because one of its computers is being warned that to do so might damage it. Here's ... More
Keeping Your Car Young in Bonita Springs
October 3, 2021
As Bonita Springs consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in Florida, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and move on. It seems like when we were kids our parents were real sticklers about taking care of ... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
September 30, 2021
Why are wheel bearings for Bonita Springs vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Bonita Springs post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Bonita Springs,... More