Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)
March 29, 2020
It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" But things seem ok and you continue on yo... More
Tracking True in Elgin: Wheel Alignment
August 25, 2019
At Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin, we occasionally see severe tire damage that could have been prevented with proper wheel alignment. During a Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin alignment service, your vehicle is put on an alignment rack where the tires, steering and suspension parts are inspected... More
Line Them Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin
August 11, 2019
Hello Elgin! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace them more ... More
Tracking True in Illinois: Wheel Alignment in Elgin
November 18, 2018
The biggest issue for Elgin area drivers is always safety. When your vehicle wheels are out of alignment, the vehicle will pull to one side, which could lead to an accident. When you're vehicle is out of alignment, you should have it taken care of right away at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin in... More
Go Straight: Wheel Alignment for Elgin Automobiles
October 14, 2018
Elgin drivers may have an alignment problem if their car drifts or pulls to one side, the steering wheel's off center, they notice uneven tire wear or the car doesn't feel like it handles right as they drive down Elgin, Illinois, streets and roads.When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exact... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Alignment for Your Elgin Vehicle
July 11, 2017
Imagine you've left Elgin and you're up in the arctic on a dog sled.Your dog team is pulling straight and true. You can cover a lot of ground quickly. Now imagine what would happen if one or two of the dogs wanted to go their own way and were pulling off to the side.That would slow you down. You ... More
All Lined Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin
March 21, 2016
When all of your vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Hitting a road hazard or even just the normal bumps and bounces of everyday driving in Elgin can cause your vehicle's wheels to be out of alignment.Driving for an extended time around Elgin when... More
Lease Or Buy?
October 7, 2015
Lease? Or buy? These are the options for Elgin car financing. It's always a tough question for Elgin 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 monthly payments ... More
Can Car Scent Keep You Safe On Illinois Roads?
March 31, 2015
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 Illinois spends two and a half hours daily in their car. The government says a hundred thousand auto accidents yearly are caused by drivers who fall asleep at the wh... More
Protecting Your SUV From Theft In Elgin, Illinois
September 4, 2014
Every car in Elgin, Illinois is at risk for theft. So it's up to us Elgin car owners to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere. The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protectin... More