The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Cincinnati Drivers
September 15, 2024
People in Cincinnati have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to... More
Prepare Your Windshield for Winter (Wiper Blades and Fluid for Freezing Temperatures)
September 8, 2024
Winter and freezing temperatures present challenges for different parts of your vehicles. For example, winter tires give you better traction on snow. But some parts of your vehicle that may need special attention for winter are your windshield wipers. You may have found yourself in the middle o... More
Tracking True in Cincinnati: Wheel Alignment
September 1, 2024
At Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel), we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspect... More
Vive la Differential at Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) in Cincinnati
August 25, 2024
There are a lot of drivers in Cincinnati who are due for a differential service, but had never heard of a differential before. With front-wheel drive being so common in Ohio these days, the differential is just taken care of during a transmission service, so most Cincinnati folks don't even have... More
PCV Valve: What Is It?
August 18, 2024
Most Cincinnati drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve ? This little car part needs to be replaced regularly or it can cause some serious problems in your ve... More
Ask Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) About the Importance of Service Intervals
August 11, 2024
Today in our Tuffy Cincinnati (Fields-Ertel) blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the la... More
Stop It! You Need Good Brakes
August 4, 2024
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Cincinnati area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem and how to make good repair choices. Often, the first indication ... More
Reaching the Braking Point (Brake hose replacement)
July 28, 2024
If you notice your brakes arent working like they used to, thats the kind of thing thats important to have checked out soon. Thats because your brakes are extraordinarily important to the safe operation of your vehicle. Sometimes you feel like your brake pedal is feeling a little soft or its lo... More
Not So Hot in Cincinnati
July 21, 2024
When the weather turns cold, it's nice to crank up the furnace and enjoy the heat. But if your home's furnace doesn't work, it's not too comfortable. Same goes with your vehicle. When the heater's not working, things can get miserable. It could also signal some major problems, which we'll discuss... More
Nighttime Visibility in Cincinnati
July 14, 2024
There are a number of factors that contribute to the high nighttime accident rate in the Cincinnati area, things like drowsy driving and a higher rate of impaired driving. Without a doubt, visibility is a major contributor. Let's focus on visibilityIt's said that 90 percent of our driving decisio... More