Arrive Alive in Columbus
September 27, 2020
We've all seen drivers do crazy things while driving to or from Columbus. A guy shaving in the rear-view mirror, a woman applying makeup, people talking on their phones, texting or drinking from an enormous coffee mug. It's a wonder we even dare drive on Ohio roads.The truth is that all of us ar... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus: Serpentine Belt Tensioner
September 20, 2020
The serpentine belt tensioner applies pressure to the serpentine belt, maintaining optimal tension to drive the accessories like the alternator and A/C compressor. At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Columbus we know that the service life of the belt tensioner is the same as the belt itself, so they sho... More
Getting from E to F (Fuel Gauge Problems)
September 13, 2020
Who thinks about their fuel gauge? You probably don't until it doesn't work any more. Then you have to guess how much fuel is in your tank, and that's no way to live life on the road. Fuel gauges, like every other part in your vehicle, can fail. And when yours stops working, you will probably... More
The Economy of Maintenance for Columbus Drivers
September 6, 2020
Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It's a question most Columbus drivers ask themselves at some time or another.Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car payment and the possibility of repair bills. Most of the time, we want to choose the car payment because we don't li... More