Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)

July 25, 2021

If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Lake In The Hills: Signs of an Alignment Problem

July 18, 2021

When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. Lake In The Hills drivers often associate our wheels being knocked out of alignment with an event like an accident, hitting a pothole, curb or some other ob... More

A New Battery in Lake In The Hills

July 11, 2021

Hello Lake In The Hills drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Lake In The Hills, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when pu... More

No Fueling! (Fuel Filler Location)

July 4, 2021

If you've ever gotten in an unfamiliar vehicle, maybe a rental car, you may have pulled up to the gas pump and wondered, "Which side is the fuel filler on?" Here's a tip for you. There is usually a little arrow on the instrument panel near the fuel gauge that points to the side where the fuel fi... More