A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)

June 2, 2019

There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... More

The Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips Basic Guide To Synthetic Oil

January 20, 2019

Synthetic motor oil has been around for a long time, and more and more new vehicles are leaving factories with synthetic in their engines. But a lot of drivers don't really know much about it.Let's start with conventional oil the kind folks are used to. Conventional oil is made up of naturally o... More

The Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips Guide to Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle

October 7, 2018

The automotive professionals at Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips would like to give Shelby Township drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming mo... More

A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips

September 23, 2018

You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicl... More

Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips Service Tip: Why Synthetic Oil Is Good For Your Vehicles

November 13, 2017

Hello Michigan! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips: Making a Battery Last Longer

August 20, 2017

One thing all Shelby Township drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply d... More

Super Slick at Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips in Shelby Township: Synthetic Oil

July 10, 2017

When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More

Michigan: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?

February 12, 2017

Michigan residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what ... More

Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips

January 30, 2017

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

Tuffy Shelby Car Care Tips Alternator Replacement Service in Shelby Township

September 26, 2016

Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Shelby Township is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and l... More