Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)
November 17, 2024
Its just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended. When theyre not, that is called being out of alignment. Here are some signs that your alignment has problems. Your steering wheel isnt straight... More
Clean Slate (Protecting Vehicle's Finish)
November 10, 2024
Winter is one of the hardest times to keep your vehicle clean. But did you know neglecting to wash your vehicle in winter could cost you a significant amount of money in the long run? Here's why. Many areas deal with snow and ice in the winter, and the salt and sand that are used to keep the road... More
Emergency! (Vehicle Emergency items)
November 3, 2024
"I never expected it could happen to me." Countless drivers have said that after they've had an emergency turn their lives upside down. So before that happens to you, let's thinking about planning ahead for an emergency with a few things you should keep in your vehicle. Road flares. If you've ev... More
It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Tuffy North Clermont
October 27, 2024
If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Clermont. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understa... More
How Far We've Come (Newer Vehicle Technology)
October 20, 2024
Automotive design has come a long way since the days of the Model T, especially when it comes to safety technology. You can thank computers for a lot of the latest innovations. Here are a few that have been making their mark in recent years. Adaptive cruise control. This is cruise control with... More
Air Conditioning Maintenance at Tuffy North Clermont in Clermont
October 13, 2024
Warm weather or cold, Clermont drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Clermont people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Tuffy North Clermont, we can advise you on your vehicle manufacturers preventive maintenance schedules for air con... More
Tuffy North Clermont Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive Services
October 6, 2024
Organization is the key to managing a busy life in Florida. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Clermont residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write oil change every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
September 29, 2024
Youve probably already heard that regular oil changes are extremely important for the health of your vehicles engine. Thats sound advice. But what you might not know is when it comes to motor oil, the real thing may not be the best thing for your engine. There are different types of motor oil: ... More
Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy North Clermont
September 22, 2024
Hello Clermont! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Florida vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to r... More
Time for Differential Service at Tuffy North Clermont?
September 15, 2024
Hello Clermont - let's talk differentials. If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle, your differential is on the back axle. With front-wheel drive cars, the differential is up front. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive vehicles have three differentials - front, rear and in the middle. So you see, yo... More