Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Cincinnati
February 11, 2024
A lot of people get custom wheels in Cincinnati. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Tuffy Cincin... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel): Alignment Inspection
February 4, 2024
Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Cincinnati drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) will inspect your tires for uneven wear as we... More
Losing Your Spark (Spark Plug Replacement)
January 28, 2024
When's the last time you thought about spark plugs? You probably don't remember. That's because spark plugs usually last a long time and don't need much attention. But they don't last forever, and when they start going bad, they'll send you a few clues. Vehicle is hard to start. Fuel economy ... More
What's up with Diesels in Cincinnati?
January 21, 2024
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
Don't Do It Yourself (Perils of DIY Vehicle Repair)
January 14, 2024
Your vehicle is a complicated machine, and yes, it would be nice if you could take care of all of its problems yourself. There was a time when vehicles were simpler and it wasn't too hard for a weekend mechanic to replace brakes, adjust a carburetor or perform a tune-up. But vehicles are far mo... More
Fuel Injection: It Keeps Getting Better for Cincinnati Drivers
January 7, 2024
Cincinnati residents know that engines need to burn fuel to operate. Fuel is pumped from your fuel tank to your vehicle engine where it is squirtedor injectedinto your engine's cylinders. This is the function of the fuel injectors.There are two ways to inject fuel into an engine. Fuel needs air ... More
Fuel Injection Basics for Cincinnati
January 1, 2024
All modern Cincinnati vehicles come with fuel injection systems, so it's a topic Cincinnati drivers need to know something about. The mighty fuel injector is a valve that delivers the gas or diesel fuel to the right place, in the right amount at the right timeto be mixed with air and burned in th... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel): Air Conditioning Inspection
December 31, 2023
Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental laws in some around Cincinnati require leaks to be repaired before refrigerant can be added. Also som... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel): Battery Testing
December 24, 2023
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Cincinnati drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long a... More
Keeping Your Car Young in Cincinnati
December 17, 2023
As Cincinnati consumers, we live in a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away.New stuff comes out so fast in Ohio, and much of it is fairly cheap, so we just toss the old and move on. It seems like when we were kids our parents were real sticklers about taking care of our stu... More