Growing Old Together (Maintaining an Older Vehicle)
March 31, 2024
More and more of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer. A company by the name of HIS Markit recently released a report that shows the average age of light vehicles in the U.S. is now 11.8 years. Light vehicles are cars, SUVs (sport utility vehicles) and CUVs (compact utility vehicles). In C... More
Getting from E to F (Fuel Gauge Problems)
March 24, 2024
Who thinks about their fuel gauge? You probably don't until it doesn't work any more. Then you have to guess how much fuel is in your tank, and that's no way to live life on the road. Fuel gauges, like every other part in your vehicle, can fail. And when yours stops working, you will probably... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
March 17, 2024
When Elyria drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Elyria drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shocks and st... More
Combustion Choreography: Timing Belt Replacement at Tuffy Elyria (Leona St) in Elyria
March 10, 2024
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreographer.Our auto engines are also highly choreographed. Pistons travel up and down inside cylinde... More
Tuffy Elyria (Leona St) Advice on Buying New Tires
March 3, 2024
Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Elyria 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 Ohio seasons.Elyria off-roaders should be excited about the options available... More