The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis

December 17, 2017

Modern Omaha vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control, emissions and on some vehicles, even steering, braking and the throttle.Think about that for a minute things ... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard Maintenance Tips: The Belt Goes On

December 10, 2017

All Omaha service advisors know that without the alternator, the battery will go dead in a few miles. The serpentine belt may also run the pumps for both the power steering and power brakes. And on many vehicles, the serpentine belt powers the water pump. The water pump circulates coolant throu... More

Below 45 Degrees in Omaha: Consider Winter Tires

December 6, 2017

Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Omaha drivers couldn't wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. NE drivers ran out and bought ... More