What is a TSB? (Technical Service Bulletins)
January 14, 2020
If your vehicle had something in its design or production that the manufacturer had figured out had an unanticipated problem, you'd want to know about it. And you'd want it fixed. There is something that can help drivers with just such a scenario. It's called a Technical Service Bulletin, or TSB.... More
Following Recommended Intervals for Your vehicle
December 1, 2019
If you're reading this article in Chicago, Illinois, then you probably care about your vehicle and how it runs. Even though you care, there is still that moment of dread when your professional service advisor at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) tells you the manufacturer recommends some additional ... More
Procrastination Prevention in Chicago
November 24, 2019
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
For Brakes' Sake (Brake Rotor Service in Chicago)
November 17, 2019
Think of how much abuse your brakes take. Day in and day out, they stop your vehicle when it's going fast and when it's going slow. Maybe your vehicle has been vibrating when you brake, or maybe it seems like your stopping distance is a little bit longer than it used to be. Then it's time to get ... More
Fall and Spring Checkup in Chicago
November 10, 2019
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (techn... More
The Best Test
November 3, 2019
Would you buy a jacket without even trying it on? Probably not, but it might surprise you that one study shows about half the people buy a vehicle after a short test drive around the block or none at all. If you're in the market for another vehicle, make sure you check out the most important thi... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Chicago Tune Up
October 27, 2019
Have you ever gone to listen to an orchestra? The musicians take the stage early and tune their instruments. Each individual instrument must be in tune, but the critical thing is for the entire orchestra to be in tune with each other. That's why they tune up together.Now this is no surprise; I'm ... More
THE IMPORTANCE OF VISIBILITY (Cleaning Vehicle Glass)
October 20, 2019
We've all been through it. The vehicle ahead of us kicks up mud, slush, snow or salt on our windshield and we can't see a thing. And not being able to see a thing when we're driving? Not a good thing. Debris on a vehicle's glass can be blinding when driving directly into the sun. And other thi... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy): Battery Testing
October 13, 2019
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Chicago drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as poss... More
"Current" Affairs (Blown Fuses)
October 6, 2019
You may be driving along and find that suddenly your radio stops working. There are no numbers on the display. Then when you get home, you notice the garage door opener doesn't do a thing when you press the button. Hmm, this was working just fine this morning. Are the two problems somehow rela... More