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