By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Ocala in Ocala
December 16, 2018
Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Ocala drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, but it ... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Ocala: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Ocala
December 2, 2018
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Ocala drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Ocala drivers... More
Below 45 Degrees in Ocala: Consider Winter Tires
November 25, 2018
Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Ocala drivers couldn't wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. Florida drivers ran out and bo... More
Treat Your Vehicle to Good Tires at Tuffy Ocala
November 18, 2018
When we shop for shoes, most of us know that we can get two pairs of cheap shoes or one good pair for about the same price. And since the two cheap pairs wear out in about the same time as the good pair, there really is no difference in cost. If you like having a closet full of shoes to match yo... More
How Much is Enough for Ocala Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
October 21, 2018
Most Ocala drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the technic... More
Ocala, Florida Winter Prep Service for Your Auto
October 7, 2018
When winter approaches in Florida, Ocala residents break out the sweaters, coats, boots and mittens. We want to be ready for Florida winter conditions. Your vehicle needs to be ready for winter as well. The last thing Ocala residents want is to get stranded out in the cold. You need your vehicle ... More
Tuffy Ocala Advice on Buying New Tires
September 2, 2018
Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Ocala driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a long-wearing variety for all Florida seasons.Ocala off-roaders should be excited about the options availabl... More
Shake It up in Ocala!: Why Wheel Balancing
May 6, 2018
Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More
Picking the Right Tires in Ocala
April 3, 2018
Shopping for tires in Ocala can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Ocala are looking for maximum summertime performance.... More
Under Pressure in Ocala: TPMS
March 27, 2018
Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Ocala, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 200... More