Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)

March 31, 2019

You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More

Ask Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips About the Importance of Service Intervals

March 24, 2019

Today in our Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life with recommended intervals: What about six-month dental cleanings and regular physical exams? Then there's laundry, mowing the lawn, pa... More

Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips Fuel Saving Tip for Shelby Township: Check Engine Light

March 17, 2019

Here's a question for Shelby Township, Michigan : How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your Check Engine light? Hey, it's not there to create ambiance; it's a warning that something's wrong. (And, by the way, Homer Simpson's fix of covering it with tape is not a good idea.) Many ... More

For 4x4s (Maintenance of 4x4 Vehicles)

March 10, 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

On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine

March 3, 2019

Starting in 1996, Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in tandem with the Engine Control Modules for each vehicle's engine. The Engine Control Module is a ... More