Shake It up in Lake In The Hills!: Why Wheel Balancing
June 30, 2019
Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More
For 4x4s (Maintenance of 4x4 Vehicles)
June 23, 2019
Some people love 4x4 vehicles, the true 4-wheel drive works of engineering like Jeeps and 4x4 pickups that allow you to seemingly go anywhere on the planet. You can climb up a 40-degree rock trail with some planning and skill (always careful to protect the environment, of course), or you can get ... More
Tuffy Lake In The Hills On Your Serpentine Belt
June 16, 2019
Today we're going to be talking about serpentine belts for our Lake In The Hills, Illinois, 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 bat... More
How to Get Better Gas Mileage in Lake In The Hills
June 9, 2019
There is no escaping it: things work better when you take care of them. Something most of us in Lake In The Hills can relate to is our computers. You've probably noticed how they get slower and slower over time. It takes longer to start up and programs take forever to load. Eventually, many of u... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Lake In The Hills
June 2, 2019
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More