Maintenance for High Mileage Vehicles In Grand Rapids Michigan
May 30, 2014
Before the recession hit, the median age for cars in the Grand Rapids Michigan area (zip code: 49548) was over nine years. And two-thirds had over 75,000 miles. At Tuffy Grand Rapids we hear reports that those numbers continue to rise. If you have a high-mileage vehicle in the Gran... More
Grand Rapids Customer Detective Work
May 23, 2014
One might say the most challenging part of being an automotive service technician at Tuffy Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids Michigan is diagnosing a problem before it can be fixed. Cars are made up of a bunch of complex systems. There usually could be a number of reasons for any given ... More
Tuffy Grand Rapids Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
May 14, 2014
Welcome to the Tuffy Grand Rapids automotive blog. Today, lets talk about the effect of tire tread depth on braking. When talking about stopping power, most Grand Rapids and Grandville car owners tend to focus on our brakes. But our tires are where the rubber meets the road. So havi... More
Lease Or Buy?
May 9, 2014
Lease? Or buy? These are the options for Grand Rapids car financing. It's always a tough question for Grand Rapids motorists. But here is some info that'll help you make an informed decision.If you buy, you'll pay the full cost of the car, with maybe an initial down payment, then mon... More
Grand Rapids Drivers: Get Fresh Air Inside Your Car
May 1, 2014
Your browser does not support video Lets talk about air quality in Grand Rapids. Its a global issue, but affects us wherever we are. Many decades ago, Grand Rapids car owners began to become aware of how air pollution negatively affects health. But what about the air inside your ve... More