I Had No Idea! (Four Things You Didn't Know About Vehicles)
October 30, 2022
Bet you didn't know: Some of the earliest rearview mirrors were marketed as "Cop Spotters" so drivers would know when police were following them. Who wants a ticket, anyway? According to eBay Motors, Elmer Berger first patented a rearview mirror that was mounted on the front fenders, on the spare... More
Go With the Flow (MAF Sensor Replacement)
October 23, 2022
A driver brought her vehicle into the shop the other day and told us how she was getting lousy fuel economy and that the engine was running rough. Plus, the Check Engine light was on. Our technician checked the code the engine had generated (why the Check Engine light was on) and found the prob... More
The Right Oil for the Season (Engine Oil Viscosity)
October 16, 2022
As the temperatures plunge, certain types of engine oil may not flow as easily as they did when it was warmer. Makes sense, doesn't it? Just like molasses gets thicker as the temperature goes down, engine oil does the same thing. So, maybe you're wondering if you have to change your oil as the s... More
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Grand Haven
October 11, 2022
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Grand Haven area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Grand Haven area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there probl... More
Braking News: Keep Your Stopping Power
October 10, 2022
Richard Petty once told AutoNetTV, You've gotta have good brakes. If you've got good brakes you can keep yourself out of a lotta trouble.That's why a regular brake inspection is on every Grand Haven driver's maintenance schedule. An inspection by your service advisor at Tuffy Grand Haven will c... More
Trip Inspection at Tuffy Grand Haven in Grand Haven
October 9, 2022
Grand Haven area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Grand Haven drivers can'... More
Something to Latch On To (Hood Latch Safety)
October 9, 2022
The other day, a driver was trying to open his vehicle's hood so he could add some windshield washer fluid. But when he pulled the hood release inside the car, nothing happened. Usually, opening any hood is a 2-step process. You pull the hood release (which is usually a handle under the dashbo... More
Suspension Service in Grand Haven at Tuffy Grand Haven
October 8, 2022
When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Grand Haven 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 Grand Haven . Its job is to keep y... More
Tuffy Grand Haven Radiator Service
October 7, 2022
The coolant system is a vital part of your vehicle. It is also the second most common cause for vehicle failures. Even though coolant system failure is fairly common in Grand Haven , it is easy to prevent. The most recognizable part of the coolant system is the radiator. It is connected to the en... More
Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle
October 6, 2022
The automotive professionals at Tuffy Grand Haven would like to give Grand Haven motorists an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, cars are becoming more sophisticated everyday - and fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more s... More