Good Service at Tuffy Livonia Equals Good Fuel Economy in Livonia
September 29, 2024
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Livonia drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in MI, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventive mai... More
It's Brake Time (Brake Calipers)
September 22, 2024
Race car drivers have demonstrated the advantages of disc brakes, so most modern vehicles use them. Sometimes just the front wheels have disc brakes, but many vehicles now have them all the way around. A major component of the disc brake is called a caliper. It works by squeezing brake pads ag... More
The Tuffy Livonia Guide to Saving Fuel: Get Rid of Dirty Oil
September 15, 2024
A lot of us drivers are asking ourselves the same question lately: how can we save on fuel? Livonia area residents are all cutting back, if not in fuel consumption, then in other areas of our lives. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is an important way people in Livonia can conserve f... More
Rear Window?Not the Movie! (Why Some Rear Windows Don't Go All the Way Down)
September 8, 2024
Alfred Hitchcock once made a mystery thriller film called "Rear Window." It had nothing to do with the rear window of today's cars, SUVs, CUVs and light trucks. But there is one thing that some drivers DO find mysterious. Why don't the rear windows in the second row of many of these vehicles go... More
Light's Out! Trouble Ahead (Exterior Light Bulb Service)
September 1, 2024
Whether or not your exterior light bulbs are all working probably is not at the top of your list when you think about your vehicle. But those exterior lights are more important than you think, and they're vital to your safety and that of other drivers near you. Headlights are important. Not onl... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Car Weight and Your MI Driving
September 1, 2024
Weight is the enemy of fuel economy. Everyone from Livonia knows this makes sense.Some of us in the Livonia area carry a bunch of unnecessary weight, and I'm not talkin' what you see in the mirror.Guys: sports equipment and tools. Ladies: well, just take a look around the passenger compartment an... More