The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield Guide to Custom Wheels

December 31, 2023

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Plainfield drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, t... More

Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)

December 24, 2023

There's lots of good information to read in books and online. You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attention. It's important to know how your tires are doing because a tire failure can be very dangerous to y... More

The Right Oil for the Season (Engine Oil Viscosity)

December 17, 2023

As the temperatures plunge, certain types of engine oil may not flow as easily as they did when it was warmer. Makes sense, doesn't it? Just like molasses gets thicker as the temperature goes down, engine oil does the same thing. So, maybe you're wondering if you have to change your oil as the s... More

Greeted by a Screech (Loud Noise when Starting Vehicle)

December 10, 2023

No one likes to be greeted in the morning by having someone screech at you. The same goes for a loud, high-pitched noise your vehicle greets you with every time you start the engine. If you're wondering if that's normal, no, it isn't. And it is worth getting checked out. The good news is that... More

Blind Spot Safety for Plainfield Driving

December 3, 2023

Blind spots may be a good thing when it comes to a spouse's annoying habits, but when driving an automobile in Plainfield, they are definitely to be avoided. So, while it's not good marital advice, it's good auto advice to minimize your own blind spots and stay out of other Plainfield drivers' b... More