Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Homer Glen
March 12, 2018
Many Homer Glen car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air ... More
Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running
December 4, 2017
At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Homer Glen we've had a lot of Homer Glen customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Illinois. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years.... More
Economics of Maintenance for Homer Glen Auto Owners
November 19, 2017
Buying a new car in Homer Glen is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in Homer Glen who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having s... More
Maintaining Your Older Car in Homer Glen, Illinois
November 5, 2017
The government mandates a lot of equipment on cars in Homer Glen, Illinois: emission devices and control computers, safety equipment like airbags and crash worthiness requirements. All of this is great for the Homer Glen motoring public, but it does add quite a bit to the price of a new vehicle.B... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Homer Glen
June 26, 2017
There's a segment of the Homer Glen area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilo... More
Can Your Car Last Another Year?
June 20, 2017
Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Homer Glen car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Homer Glen, Illinois, folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer.Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineerin... More
Maintenance on My Mind
June 11, 2017
Ask any Homer Glen man or woman if they've taken their vehicle in for preventive maintenance lately, and the answer may well be no. Surveys indicate that over 80% of vehicles on the road today are in need of some kind of repair or maintenance. Now, ask that same person why he hasn't taken his car... More
Fall and Spring Inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Homer Glen
June 1, 2017
Good vehicle care for us Homer Glen residents has always meant taking our vehicles in every spring and fall for a check-up. Vehicles needed routine maintenance to prepare them for the changes in weather. Today's vehicles aren't quite as sensitive to seasonal changes. Older vehicles required diffe... More
Relax When the Wind Blows in Illinois: Winter Car Prep for Homer Glen Drivers
May 22, 2017
When autumn comes around in Homer Glen, leaves fall, nights get longer and there's a definite nip in the air. Time to unpack the boots and gloves and fold some extra blankets onto the beds. It's also time for Homer Glen drivers to winterize their vehicles.Here is some expert auto advice for Homer... More
Homer Glen Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
March 28, 2017
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Homer Glen drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Homer Glen drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of... More