Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)

April 30, 2023

You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More

Wasteful Thinking

May 16, 2021

With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights Really Save Gas?

January 2, 2019

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Glendale Heights drivers don't always exte... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

September 2, 2018

Most Glendale Heights drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Glendale Heights drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is th... More

Good Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights Equals Good Fuel Economy in Glendale Heights

July 2, 2018

Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Glendale Heights drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Illinois, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through... More

Fuel for Thought

May 14, 2018

If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More

Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Glendale Heights in Glendale Heights

April 23, 2017

With Glendale Heights gas prices being what they are, many of us in Illinois are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Glendale Heights area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost... More

Hey Glendale Heights Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?

March 14, 2016

Higher Glendale Heights fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Glendale Heights drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during m... More