Tire Replacement: What Joliet Drivers Need to Know
February 29, 2016
Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More
Higher Mileage Service Intervals for Joliet
February 27, 2016
Joliet drivers have probably noticed that the government mandates a lot of equipment on cars: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the motoring public in the Joliet area, but it does add quite a bit to th... More
What's up with Diesels in Joliet?
February 26, 2016
Would you be surprised to learn that about half of the passenger cars in Europe have diesel engines? You might also be surprised to learn that most manufacturers produce a variety of diesel-fueled cars for purchase abroad.Diesel-fueled vehicles haven't been as popular in the North American marke... More
Joliet Air Conditioning Service
February 26, 2016
Working up a sweat is a great thing to do in a gym around Joliet, but not in your vehicle. When Joliet residents' vehicle AC Systems have a problem, they'll often feel it right away. The question is, how long do you put up with it? You know, the old comfort versus cost dilemma. But a more comfort... More
The Importance of Joliet Drivers Following Service Intervals
February 25, 2016
Today in our Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Joliet with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry... More
ICE - In Case Of Emergency In Joliet Illinois
February 24, 2016
When accidents occur in Joliet, Illinois, the victims' emergency contacts are extremely important. Too often, those involved aren't able to provide rescuers with phone numbers and medical information.When Illinois police and rescue workers must sift through pockets, glove compartments, wallets, ... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Fuel System Cleaning Near Joliet, Illinois
February 23, 2016
A lot of fuel is wasted in the Joliet area by dirty fuel delivery systems in vehicles.Let's start at the tank. The gas tank gathers dirt, rust and sediment over the years. That's why there's a fuel filter to clean the fuel after it leaves the tank. A dirty filter will rob the engine of the clean ... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Alignment for Your Joliet Vehicle
February 22, 2016
Imagine you've left Joliet and you're up in the arctic on a dog sled.Your dog team is pulling straight and true. You can cover a lot of ground quickly. Now imagine what would happen if one or two of the dogs wanted to go their own way and were pulling off to the side.That would slow you down. You... More
Timing Belt Replacement in Joliet
February 21, 2016
Today we want to talk to Joliet drivers about timing belts. They're something that many drivers don't know much about and yet your vehicle won't run if it's broken and it could cause many thousands of dollars damage if it does break. A broken timing belt is usually a tale of woe. Even though ti... More
Fresh Air Inside Your Car in Joliet
February 20, 2016
Air quality has certainly become a hot issue in our modern world. We install air filters on our ventilation systems and in our vacuum cleaners. There's a filter that cleans the air going into our vehicle's engine so why not one for the air in the passenger compartment?Foreign and domestic vehic... More