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Deciphering the Tuffy Pelham Menu BoardLet's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Pelham, Alabama, service centers like Tuffy Pelham have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are unless they ask. Let's go down a typical list, in alphabetical order, ... Read More Posted in Service Intervals on June 28, 2020 Pelham Tire RepairMost Pelham residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Pelham drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Alabama gas prices, we've all heard about the importa... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 21, 2020 Ask Tuffy Pelham: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?The serpentine belt is aptly named since it snakes around under your hood. It may lack its namesake's fangs, but it sure packs a wallop when it breaks.The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine systems. It runs the alternator, which charges the battery; the water pump (on some vehicles), which co... Read More Posted in Timing Belt on June 14, 2020 Under Pressure in Pelham: TPMSHave you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Pelham, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 20... Read More Posted in Tires and Wheels on June 07, 2020 Coolant/Antifreeze Service at Tuffy PelhamAnyone who drives a car in Pelham knows that engines get hot when they run. But did you know that engines need to be cooled to keep running? Heat inside an engine can cause the metal parts to expand, which can seize up an engine and make it stop running. It can even ruin the entire engine! Good ... Read More Posted in Cooling System on May 31, 2020 Drive Train Service in Pelham at Tuffy PelhamThe drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... Read More Posted in Drive Train on May 24, 2020 Can Car Scent Keep You Safe on Alabama Roads?Here's a travel tip that'll I'll bet you didn't know, and it might keep you safer...The average American commuter in Alabama spends two and a half hours daily in their vehicle.The government says 100,000 auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wheel. (Aggressive driving... Read More Posted in Drive Train on May 17, 2020 Does Your Car Have A Recall Item?No matter how well they're made, vehicles are bound to have problems with their design or manufacturing. Think of all the moving parts. When the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the vehicle manufacturer to issue recall notices to Pelham residents and to fix the affecte... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 10, 2020 Technician Training at Tuffy PelhamYour vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Tuffy Pelham in Pelham. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professionals.It's al... Read More Posted in Maintenance on May 03, 2020 It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Tuffy PelhamIf you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Pelham. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understand... Read More Posted in Timing Belt on April 26, 2020 |
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