Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)

June 4, 2023

You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More

Good Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Equals Good Fuel Economy in Elgin

February 26, 2023

Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Elgin drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Illinois, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preventive... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

August 3, 2022

Most Elgin drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Elgin drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more we ... More

Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)

September 12, 2021

If youve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but its important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues... More

Hey Elgin Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?

August 2, 2020

Higher Elgin fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Elgin drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high fuel pri... More

Wasteful Thinking

September 29, 2019

With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More

Fuel for Thought

August 26, 2018

If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Really Save Gas?

March 13, 2017

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Elgin drivers don't always extend those go... More

Save Fuel By Watching Your Weight

January 20, 2015

Most Elgin auto owners are all talking fuel efficiency right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks. And we Elgin drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel economy. But is there ... More