Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Lincoln
January 26, 2020
One Lincoln automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Lincoln, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and tran... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln: Alignment Inspection
January 20, 2020
Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Lincoln drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln will inspect your tires for uneven wear as well... More
Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Lincoln Ride
January 19, 2020
It seems like everywhere you go in the Lincoln area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some Nebraska auto owners want smaller tires and wheels - some want larger - and some want them enormous. So where do... More
A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)
January 19, 2020
A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note is... More
Pinch Petroleum Pennies! (Fuel Saving Tips)
January 18, 2020
If you saw a dollar bill on the ground, you'd pick it up, right? Well, whether you find that dollar on the ground or in savings at the gas pump, money is money, and here are some ways to hold on to more of it. Slowing down is the easiest way to save fuel, especially for every speed increase over ... More
Change is Good (Oil Change)
January 17, 2020
You've heard that expression, change is good. When it comes to your vehicle's oil, change is not only good, it's vital for the health of the engine. But there's one question that puzzles many drivers: how frequently should my vehicle's oil be changed? There is not one simple answer, but here ar... More
Busted: The Maintenance-Free Myth in Lincoln
January 16, 2020
There's a segment of the Lincoln area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine management computer. Spark plugs rarely get fouled and will last for as much as 100,000 miles (160,000 kilomet... More
Busting Automotive Myths in Lincoln, Nebraska
January 15, 2020
Myths passed around our Lincoln, Nebraska community start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. And the internet is a breeding ground for automotive myths. Some bloggers recall the vehicles of yesteryear and declare their modern decedent... More
Procrastination Prevention in Lincoln
January 14, 2020
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More