What is a TSB? (Technical Service Bulletins)
June 27, 2021
If your vehicle had something in its design or production that the manufacturer had figured out had an unanticipated problem, you'd want to know about it. And you'd want it fixed. There is something that can help drivers with just such a scenario. It's called a Technical Service Bulletin, or TSB.... More
Bonita Springs, Florida Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
June 20, 2021
When winter approaches in Florida, Bonita Springs residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Florida winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Bonita Springs residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You ... More
Coolant/Antifreeze Service in Bonita Springs, Florida
June 13, 2021
Bonita Springs auto owners may know that most automotive failures in Bonita Springs, Florida, are tire related, but do you know the second most common cause of vehicle failure? Nope, it's not teenagers. It is the coolant system. But if you take good care of your vehicle coolant system, it will t... More
Nighttime Visibility in Bonita Springs
June 6, 2021
There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Bonita Springs 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 dec... More
Budget for Maintenance in Bonita Springs
June 6, 2021
Sometimes busy Bonita Springs residents dream about going back to the simpler days of our grandparents. But if you could travel back in time and take a road trip around Florida in a Model T, you might change your mind. The improved designs and quality of today's automobiles have significantly red... More
Tuffy Bonita Springs Service for Your Exhaust System
June 5, 2021
Your vehicle's exhaust system is more than just a tailpipe and a muffler. In fact, it is one of the most complex systems on your vehicle. The manifold is attached to the vehicle engine. It collects exhaust from the cylinders and directs it into the exhaust pipe. Gaskets seal the connection of th... More
The Easy Way to Save Cash in Bonita Springs
June 4, 2021
The hottest Florida news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in Bonita Springs. If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things people in Bonita Spr... More
Engine Hydration for Bonita Springs Drivers: Role of Your Water Pump
June 3, 2021
The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat and the water pump. The water is literally the heart of the system. Just as your own heart keeps your blood circulating through your body, the water pump keeps coolant circulating throug... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Bonita Springs: Tire Replacement Overview
June 2, 2021
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Bonita Springs drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 ... More
Clean Fuel Equals Clean Performance for Bonita Springs Drivers
June 1, 2021
Hello, Bonita Springs residents. Let's talk fuel filters. Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine.Bonita Springs auto owners don't need to fi... More