Before You Buy that Used Vehicle (Having a Used Car Inspected Before Buying)
February 18, 2024
Let's face it. New vehicles are expensive, so finding a good used one can save drivers a lot of money. It's tempting to look through ads, find a private seller who has what you're looking for and pay a price you think is a great deal. But when you go over to look at a used car, do you really k... More
I Want a New Vehicle. Or Do I? (Vehicle Maintenance Payoffs)
February 11, 2024
Spring is a peak season for vehicle sales; companies aggressively market new models and offer all sorts of incentives. So you may be tempted to buy a shiny new beauty. But should you? If you've regularly maintained the vehicle you're driving now, you probably don't NEED a new one. Even if your... More
Road Ready (Trip Inspection)
April 23, 2023
Maybe you've been cooped up for a while and are yearning for a change of scenery. Or maybe you need to visit a relative who lives far away. You choose not to fork out the big bucks for airline tickets, so it's time for a road trip. Make sure you're road ready by having your vehicle professiona... More
Road Trip? Check! (Trip Inspection)
January 22, 2023
After months of postponing travel far away from home, a lot of us can't wait to hit the road and scream "Road Trip!" again. But how long has it been since the vehicle you're planning on taking has had a thorough inspection? And is it roadworthy for several days on the highway? Time to schedule a... More
Grand Rapids Road Trip Preparation
July 8, 2022
People from Grand Rapids, Michigan , love their cars. And nothing goes with cars better than a Michigan road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like car trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.You can't always avoid problems, bu... More
It's About Time: Following Service Intervals at Tuffy Grand Rapids
July 2, 2022
There are a lot of things in life that Grand Rapids residents have to do on a regular basis. We wash dishes every day, do our laundry and mow our lawns every week, and pay the bills every month. We should go to our Grand Rapids dentist twice a year and see our doctor for a check-up once a year. ... More
Road Trip: Be Ready for Anything with a Trip Inspection at Tuffy Grand Rapids
July 1, 2022
Road trip, anyone? Nothing spoils a great vacation faster than ending up stranded on the side of the road or spending a week in a rundown motel while our vehicle sits in the shop. Long days on the road can bring out the worst in your vehicle, so before you leave, prepare it for the journey by ge... More
It Is Time to Check Your Intervals
December 26, 2021
Part of the engineering that goes into designing a vehicle is testing the components to ensure that they meet durability and safety standards. Because of this, manufacturers have a good idea as to how long the parts in your vehicle will last under normal driving conditions. For this reason, they... More
Beware Dangers of Spring Driving (Seasonal Driving Tips)
February 28, 2021
Sure, winter is quickly fading in the rearview mirror, but the peril of icy roads is replaced with a whole new set of driving challenges in spring. Deer and other wildlife. You are not the only one who gets spring fever. Animals do, too, and spring is the time they start looking for mates and fo... More
Why People in Grand Rapids Hesitate to Get Their Vehicle Serviced
August 25, 2019
A recent report stated that over 80 percent of the vehicles on our Grand Rapids, Michigan , roads have one or more service or repair that's needed but hasn't been taken care of. Now that's a lot of undone service. That translates into something over 160 million vehicles in North America alone. So... More