Tracking True in Glendale Heights: Wheel Alignment

May 31, 2016

At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspensi... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights: Causes of Wheel Misalignment

May 23, 2016

When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Glendale Heights drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like a major crash, hitting a pothole, curb or some other o... More

Why Is My Check Engine Light On?

May 15, 2016

The Check Engine Light strikes fear into the hearts of some Glendale Heights drivers, and is totally ignored by just as many. Just what it means is a mystery to most people. Let's get the urgency issues out of the way first. If your Check Engine light is flashing, that means that something is wr... More

Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights

May 8, 2016

When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More

Hey Glendale Heights Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?

May 1, 2016

So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around Glendale Heights?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you cho... More