Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
March 26, 2017
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Chicago Bigf... More
Battery Basics for Chicago
March 21, 2017
It's important for Chicago drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Illinois weather. Most Chicago area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. Howev... More
Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) and the Maintenance Mindset
March 12, 2017
When it comes to their vehicles, some Chicago residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Chicago drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance but just... More
Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) Often Asked About Premium vs. Regular Gas
March 7, 2017
Chicago residents often ask the question: "Will using premium gas make my car run better?" The answer is simple. But first, let's talk about what exactly premium gasoline is.Different grades of gasoline have different octane ratings. Regular gasoline has the lowest octane rating and premium the ... More