Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)
December 1, 2024
If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More
Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?
March 31, 2024
When Lincoln 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.Lincoln drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shocks and ... More
Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)
June 18, 2023
If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... 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
Suspension Service in Lincoln at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln
August 4, 2022
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Lincoln may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it keeps your vehicle up off the road and helps provide a comfy ride around Lincoln. Its job is to keep your wheels... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln
June 28, 2022
Today we're talking to Lincoln drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Nebraska folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels w... More
Suspension Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln in Lincoln
October 30, 2017
During an inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln in Lincoln, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehicle. T... More
Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Lincoln
October 31, 2016
Many Lincoln drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a Lin... More
Suspension Service At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln In Lincoln
February 18, 2016
Suspension systems function effectively for many years and tens of thousands of miles. Eventually, however, SUV suspension components do wear out, but how long that takes depends a lot on how you drive around Lincoln and Roca. As you can imagine, if most of your driving is on smooth... More
Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Lincoln
September 29, 2015
Today we're talking to Lincoln auto owners about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Nebraska folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very . Without shocks, your w... More