Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Ocala
September 26, 2022
There's a segment of the Ocala 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 kilometer... More
Engine Air Filter from Tuffy Ocala
September 25, 2022
Many Ocala drivers have found themselves in the following situation: They go to get their oil changed and their friendly service advisor at Tuffy Ocala recommends a new engine air filter. They say yes, but don't know what an air filter is or what it does.If this has happened to you, rest assured... More
Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)
September 25, 2022
Did you know that having a burned out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some flashing lights? In other words, you might get pulled over by the police for only having one working headlight, because in most places it's against the law. Not only is it illegal to drive with one... More
Why People in Ocala Hesitate to Get Their Vehicle Serviced
September 24, 2022
A recent report stated that over 80 percent of the vehicles on our Ocala, Florida, roads have one or more service or repair that's needed but hasn't been taken care of. Now that's a lot of undone service. That translates into something over 160 million vehicles in North America alone. Some of the... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Check Engine Light
September 23, 2022
Here's a question for Ocala, Florida car owners: How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your check engine light? Hey, it's not there to create ambiance; it's a warning that something's wrong. (And, by the way, Homer Simpson's fix of covering it with tape is not a good idea.) ... More
Make Your Vehicle Last
September 22, 2022
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Florida folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do w... More
Your Well Trained Technician at Tuffy Ocala
September 21, 2022
When your vehicle has a problem or just needs some routine service, you might get a little nervous. Your vehicle's so important to your life in Ocala, you need to get back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.If you've ever checked into some of the technici... More
Shocks and Struts For Ocala Bumps and Bounces
September 20, 2022
If you're like most of us in Ocala, you want your car to handle well. That's the job of your suspension system. There are different types of suspension systems, but they all work on the same basic principles. First, there are the springs, which bear the weight of the car. The most common s... More
Battery Replacement for Your vehicle
September 19, 2022
Modern vehicles in and around Ocala run on 12 volt electrical systems. 12 volts is enough to get the job done for Ocala drivers without having so much power that there is danger of electrocution. But today's vehicles have more electrical components and do-dads than ever before. This really strai... More
Steer Right in Ocala
September 18, 2022
Virtually all vehicles come with power steering, so many Ocala drivers have never driven a car or truck without it. Power steering assists you when you turn your vehicle steering wheel. Without it, it would be very hard to steer. Now this power assist comes in a couple of forms. In recent years,... More