Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)
June 4, 2023
If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More
Rubber Match (Tire Replacement)
May 28, 2023
A set of new tires isn't probably high on anyone's list of exciting purchases. But since your life is literally riding on them, it's probably a good idea to know when it's time for you to buy new ones. If you've been feeling your vehicle slipping more in wet weather or it takes a longer distance... More
Used Cars: Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln Advice on What to Do After You Buy
May 21, 2023
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Lincoln drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Lincoln area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, when fami... More
Have a Ball! Know your Ball Joints (Ball Joints)
May 14, 2023
We all have joints in our own skeletal system, but did you know your vehicle has some joints of its own? One of the most important is called a ball joint. One of the interesting things is that it's somewhat similar to the ball and socket joints we have in our hips and shoulders. A ball joint all... More
Read a Good Tire Lately? (Tire Wear)
May 7, 2023
There's lots of good information to read in books and online. You might not know that you can also "read" your tires and learn a lot about what shape they're in and if they are in need of attention. It's important to know how your tires are doing because a tire failure can be very dangerous to y... More
Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)
April 30, 2023
You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More
I Can See Clearly (Wiper Blade Replacement)
April 23, 2023
Warm weather can bring severe storms, and when the rain is coming down hard, that's one time you really need to be able to see as clearly as possible out your windshield. Having wiper blades that are fit for the job are important to maintain that safe view. Maybe you live in a climate where you ... More
Motor Oil?The Synthetic Advantage (Synthetic oil vs Conventional)
April 16, 2023
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
Why You Have an O2 Sensor (Oxygen Sensor)
April 9, 2023
If someone asked you what gas made up the largest portion of the atmosphere, what would you guess? Well, it's not oxygen; it only makes up 20.9 percent. But since we're talking about oxygen, you should know that your vehicle uses oxygen sensors to make sure your engine is running the way it shou... More
Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln
April 2, 2023
Most Lincoln folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Lincoln market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that would have bee... More