Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)

May 30, 2021

You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More

The Tuffy Bloomington Guide to Saving Fuel: Get Rid of Dirty Oil

May 23, 2021

A lot of us drivers are asking ourselves the same question lately: how can we save on fuel? Bloomington area residents are all cutting back, if not in fuel consumption, then in other areas of our lives. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is an important way people in Bloomington can co... More

Alternator Facts (Failing Alternator)

May 16, 2021

If you notice that your headlights are flickering at night, that's something to pay attention to. While there could be many different things that could cause that problem, one possibility is your vehicle's alternator. The alternator takes mechanical energy from the engine and turns it into electr... More

Before You Buy that Used Vehicle (Having a Used Car Inspected Before Buying)

May 9, 2021

Let's face it. New vehicles are expensive, so finding a good used one can save drivers a lot of money. It's tempting to look through ads, find a private seller who has what you're looking for and pay a price you think is a great deal. But when you go over to look at a used car, do you really k... More

Free Money (Almost) (Fuel Saving Tips)

May 2, 2021

You spend a lot of money on a vehicle, probably the most money you'll spend on anything except a house. But the spending doesn't stop after you've bought it. It goes into things like insurance, repairs and fuel. One good piece of news is that you can cut down the amount you spend on fuel if yo... More