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
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield Guide to Tire Specs
November 5, 2023
You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Plainfield service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the ma... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
October 15, 2023
Why are wheel bearings for Plainfield vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Pla... More
Winter Tires
August 21, 2022
What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Plainfield driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Illinois, winter tires differed from highway tires only in ... More
Helping Plainfield Drivers Get the Right Tires
August 18, 2022
Every Plainfield vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tread is... More
Tire Replacement: What Plainfield Drivers Need to Know
August 15, 2022
Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Plainfield
August 11, 2022
A lot of people get custom wheels in Plainfield. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Tuffy Tire &... More
Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield
August 2, 2022
A lot of us Plainfield drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Illinois motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in tho... More
Plainfield Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
July 29, 2022
Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Plainfield car owners driving around on under-inflated tires. Admittedly, its hard to tell when a radial tire is under-inflated. If your auto manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your SUV tires conside... More
Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Plainfield, Illinois
July 22, 2022
Everyone in Plainfield, Illinois eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Plainfield, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categorie... More