The Fallacy of Cheap Tires
July 16, 2022
Do you ever shop for shoes in one of our Gainesville area shoe stores?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pair of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warran... More
Tire Replacement: What Ocala Drivers Need to Know
July 8, 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
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Ocala in Ocala
June 30, 2022
Tires do a lot of work for Ocala drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Ocala. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passengers. With su... More
Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Ocala
March 13, 2022
A lot of us Ocala 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 Florida motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in thousands... More
The Tuffy Ocala Guide to Tire Specs
February 6, 2022
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 Ocala 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 manager... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Ocala: Tire Replacement Overview
May 23, 2021
Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Ocala drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of ti... More
Selecting New Tires and Wheels
July 5, 2020
Some of us Ocala drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around Florida, where you want to go or the look you're after; there is a tire for you.The same is true about wheels. The har... More
Helping Ocala Drivers Get the Right Tires
February 2, 2020
Every Ocala 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 engi... More
All About Your TPMS in Ocala
October 20, 2019
Ocala drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Florida auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Ocala drivers to tell when a radial... More
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Ocala
February 24, 2019
A lot of people get custom wheels in Ocala. 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 Ocala tire ... More