Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)
December 24, 2023
Its just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended. When theyre not, that is called being out of alignment. Here are some signs that your alignment has problems. Your steering wheel isnt straight... More
Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)
December 18, 2022
If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More
Trip Inspection at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet
September 11, 2022
Joliet area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Joliet drivers can't always avo... More
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield)
August 6, 2022
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Joliet can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Joliet wh... More
Joliet Alignment Service
August 4, 2022
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
Power Steering Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet
July 30, 2022
Many Joliet drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the internal p... More
Line Them Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield)
July 18, 2022
Hello Joliet! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace them more... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield): Signs of an Alignment Problem
May 29, 2022
When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Joliet drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like an accident, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. While... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Joliet Automobiles
August 1, 2021
Joliet drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Joliet, Illinois, streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exa... More
A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)
November 1, 2020
A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note is... More