Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) On Your Serpentine Belt
December 31, 2023
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Kentwood, Michigan , customers. Let's start by talking about the accessories that are driven by the serpentine belt. First is the alternator. That's the device that makes electricity to power the vehicle and recharge the battery. Th... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
June 4, 2023
At Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) we get a lot of Kentwood drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around Michigan , so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't ... More
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
October 2, 2022
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... More
Severe Service Requirements
September 27, 2022
A lot of Kentwood drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of aut... More
Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE)
September 3, 2022
These days many people in the Kentwood area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service mainten... More
Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle
August 31, 2022
We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Kentwood drivers want... More
10 Services Kentwood Drivers Often Overlook
August 20, 2022
We live such busy lives nowadays: work, social events, running the kids all over Kentwood. Some days it's all we can do to keep track of everywhere we need to be. That's why you've gotta be organized. Smartphones, calendar apps - we have to keep track of it all.So let's talk about schedules. Spe... More
I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Kentwood
August 19, 2022
About 90% of our driving decisions in the Kentwood area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Kentwood drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our vehicle windshiel... More
Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?
August 9, 2022
No matter how well they're made, vehicles are bound to have problems with their design or manufacturing. Think of all the moving parts. When the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the vehicle manufacturer to issue recall notices to Kentwood residents and to fix the affec... More
Kentwood Drivers Severe Service Maintenance Schedules
August 2, 2022
Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Kentwood drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Kentwood drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of you... More