Technician Training at Tuffy Bloomington
August 31, 2022
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tuffy Bloomington in Bloomington. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professiona... More
Getting New Tires in Bloomington?
August 30, 2022
There are so many tire choices in the Bloomington area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Bloomington area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with yo... More
The Importance of Bloomington Drivers Following Service Intervals
August 29, 2022
Today in our Tuffy Bloomington blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Bloomington with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, waterin... More
All About Your TPMS in Bloomington
August 28, 2022
Bloomington drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Bloomington drivers to tell ... More
Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
August 28, 2022
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Clean Fuel ? Clean Performance for Bloomington Drivers
August 27, 2022
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 vehicle engine.Bloomington auto owners don't need to filter their fuel because it has lots of grit in it; t... More
Which Item Is Most Stolen from Vehicles in Bloomington?
August 26, 2022
Which item is most often stolen from vehicles in Bloomington?Is it: Stereo Wheels Air Bag DVD System Well, if you said stereo you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the biggest target for theft in Illinois approximately 50,000 a year are stolen across the country. N... More
Automotive Detective Work in Bloomington
August 25, 2022
There's a reason we use the word diagnose when we talk about fixing cars in Bloomington. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what's wrong with someone who is ill. Vehicles are a mass of complex systems that can produce a variety of symptoms when ... More
Steer Right in Bloomington
August 24, 2022
Virtually all vehicles come with power steering, so many Bloomington drivers have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your vehicle steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer. Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent ... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Tuffy Bloomington
August 23, 2022
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Bloomington drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and sho... More