Gearing Up (Differential Fluid Service)
October 23, 2025
You may have never thought about it, but when you turn a corner, the wheels on one side of your vehicle turn at a different speed than the other side. What is this magic? The answer is something called the differential. A differential is a gear box placed between the drive wheels and needs lub... More
Differential Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln: Viva la Difference
September 23, 2018
Every vehicle on Nebraska roads has a differential, and it is important to the proper operation of the vehicle. But most Lincoln residents don't have a clue what it is.The differential compensates for differing wheel speeds. For example, when you turn, the inside tire on the turn travels a much... More
The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln Guide to Servicing Your Differential
March 27, 2016
Differential? What's that? And what's it for? I've been told by my service advisor that I need to get it serviced, but is that on the level?Do these questions sound familiar? They're not uncommon for Lincoln drivers. A lot of us in Lincoln don't know what a differential is or what it's for. Ever... More