The Maintenance Free Myth
May 31, 2016
Sometimes we hear people in Kentwood say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that comple... More
Maintaining Your Diesel in Kentwood
May 23, 2016
Diesel engines have been used extensively in Europe and Asia for many years. They haven't been as common in the Kentwood area because of the high sulfur content in our diesel fuel. But the government is now mandating lower sulfur content and, as a result, we are going to see more Kentwood diesel... More
The Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) Guide to Saving Fuel: Get Rid of Dirty Oil
May 15, 2016
A lot of us drivers are asking ourselves the same question lately: how can we save on fuel? Kentwood area residents are all cutting back, if not in fuel consumption, then in other areas of our lives. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance is an important way people in Kentwood can conserve... More
How Your Check Engine Light Works
May 8, 2016
Have you ever had an experience like this in Kentwood, Michigan ? You drive through the one of those automatic car washes. When you get to the end, where the dryer is blowing, your Check Engine light starts flashing!You fear the worst, but within a block or two, the light stops flashing, but stay... More
Transmission Care in Kentwood, Michigan
May 2, 2016
Do you have any plans around Kentwood, Michigan , for the weekend? Maybe you and some friends are taking the boat up to the lake. Maybe you'll be having a lot of fun water skiing and doing a little fishing.You got the boat all ready. It's all gassed up. You packed lots of snacks and the cooler's... More