Car Care Tips & Advice

Expert guidance to keep your vehicle running at its best.

For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Bloomington)

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...

December 27, 2020

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Windshield Wipers

Thoughtful Gifts for the Winter Driver

You may be one of those romantics who don't like giving (or getting) practical gifts for special ...

Dec 20, 2020 Read

Windshield Wipers

The Key Won't Turn! (Ignition Problems)

You've just arrived at the store shopping and you're ready to head home. You put your key in the...

Dec 13, 2020 Read

Fluids

Sniffing Out a Problem

Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scen...

Dec 06, 2020 Read

Windshield Wipers

In a Fog (Fogged Windows in Cold Weather)

It's bad enough in cold weather when ice and snow block your visibility. Add to that fog on the ...

Nov 29, 2020 Read

Maintenance

Fall and Spring Inspection at Tuffy Bloomington

Good vehicle care for us Bloomington residents has always meant taking our vehicles in every spri...

Nov 22, 2020 Read

Windshield Wipers

A Turn for the Worse (Using Turn Signals)

Distracted driving is bad, you know that. Daydreaming, talking on the cell phone, putting your m...

Nov 15, 2020 Read

Windshield Wipers

Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)

If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasol...

Nov 08, 2020 Read

Windshield Wipers

Idle Talk about Engines (Causes of Rough Engine Idling)

When you slow down at stoplight, your vehicle's idle should be smooth as silk. But what happens ...

Nov 01, 2020 Read

Fluids

The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)

If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be ...

Oct 25, 2020 Read