Clean Air for Your Engine: A New Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE)
August 11, 2022
All of us in Kentwood know we have to get the oil changed in our vehicles periodically. That's just part of good vehicle care. But when Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) technicians change your oil, they also usually inspect your air filter. That's why they sometimes let you know that your air fi... More
Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires
August 10, 2022
Kentwood drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the steer... 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
Are There Blind Spots in Kentwood?
August 8, 2022
All Kentwood drivers have blind spots and no, I'm not talking about the fact that you really don't sing like Adele. I mean the areas of the road that you can't see when you're driving around Kentwood.First let's talk about our own blinds spots, and then we can talk about others...To begin, we c... More
Getting New Tires in Kentwood?
August 7, 2022
There are so many tire choices in the Kentwood area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Kentwood area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with your fri... More
That Squeal is Telling You Something (What Causes Squealing While Steering)
August 7, 2022
If you hear a squealing noise when you turn your vehicle, it's trying to tell you something is wrong. After all, it never made that noise before, right? The sound you hear may becoming from a few sources. Let's take a look (or a listen) to some of the possibilities. First, you almost certainl... More
Selecting New Tires and Wheels
August 6, 2022
Some of us Kentwood drivers just love tires. All those little rubber hairs on new tires and the smell is wonderful. We live in a great time for tires. No matter how you drive around Michigan , where you want to go or the look you're after; there is a tire for you.The same is true about wheels. Th... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Car Weight and Your Michigan Driving
August 5, 2022
Weight is the enemy of fuel economy. Everyone from Kentwood knows this makes sense.Some of us in the Kentwood area carry a bunch of unnecessary weight, and I'm not talkin' what you see in the mirror.Guys: sports equipment and tools. Ladies: well, just take a look around the passenger compartment ... More
Fuel System Cleaning at Tuffy Kentwood (Kalamazoo Ave SE) in Kentwood for Better Performance
August 4, 2022
A fuel injector is a valve that delivers fuel to a vehicle's engine. It has to deliver the precise amount of fuel to precisely the right place, precisely when the engine needs it. The fuel also has to be mixed with air before it can burn in the engine.Fuel injectors are engineered to spray fuel i... More
Kentwood Tire Repair
August 3, 2022
Most Kentwood residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Kentwood drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Michigan gas prices, we've all heard about the i... More