Free Money (Almost) (Fuel Saving Tips)
May 14, 2023
You spend a lot of money on a vehicle, probably the most money you'll spend on anything except a house. But the spending doesn't stop after you've bought it. It goes into things like insurance, repairs and fuel. One good piece of news is that you can cut down the amount you spend on fuel if yo... More
Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)
January 15, 2023
You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More
Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)
February 6, 2022
If youve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but its important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues... More
Good Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) Equals Good Fuel Economy in Joliet
July 25, 2021
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Joliet drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Illinois, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventiv... More
Fuel for Thought
March 10, 2019
If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More
Wasteful Thinking
July 8, 2018
With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More
Hey Joliet Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?
August 21, 2017
Higher Joliet fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Joliet drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high fuel p... More
Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) Really Save Gas?
January 22, 2017
Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Joliet drivers don't always extend those g... More
Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet
May 8, 2016
With Joliet gas prices being what they are, many of us in Illinois are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Joliet area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in Illinois... More
Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight
March 14, 2016
Most Joliet drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Joliet drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more w... More