Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?

October 30, 2016

When Grand Rapids drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Grand Rapids drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because s... More

Tuffy Grand Rapids Automotive Tips: Alternator

October 24, 2016

Your alternator makes electricity to start and run your engine and all of the vital electrical systems in your vehicle. Thats everything from the on-board computers to the turn signals. And of course there is the entertainment system, seat heaters, power windows and everything you plug into the p... More

What You Need to Know from Your Tuffy Grand Rapids Service Advisor

October 17, 2016

Grand Rapids drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren't sure how to ask. They don't want to feel embarrassed about their lack of knowledge. They don't want to make the service technician feel that they don't trust him.If your se... More

New School: Automotive Tuffy Grand Rapids Technician Training

October 9, 2016

Grand Rapids consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles ha... More

Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy Grand Rapids

October 3, 2016

Most Grand Rapids folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Grand Rapids market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that woul... More