For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Cincinnati)
October 29, 2023
Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... More
Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)
September 24, 2023
More and more of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer. A company by the name of HIS Markit recently released a report that shows the average age of light vehicles in the U.S. is now 11.8 years. Light vehicles are cars, SUVs (sport utility vehicles) and CUVs (compact utility vehicles). In C... More
Hitting The Brakes In Cincinnati
March 26, 2023
Hello Cincinnati, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck roll... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Auto Service Center Cincinatti: Brake Noise
May 16, 2017
Your brake pads are the important parts that rub against the rotor (or disc) to slow and stop your car when driving in Cincinnati. They eventually wear down.When your pads are worn too much, they wont stop your vehicle as well. When the friction material is worn away, metal parts of the pad are e... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Cincinatti
January 22, 2017
When it comes to preventive maintenance and car care, most Cincinnati drivers know how it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and shoes are k... More
Hitting the Brakes in Cincinnati
August 15, 2016
Safety should always be an element of your car care. So even if you don't care about how your car looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Cincinnati drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. There ar... More