Don't Be Shocked (Shock Absorbers)

August 14, 2022

If you've ever ridden down a rough road on your bicycle, you know how hard a ride it can be. Yet drive down the same road in your car, truck or SUV and it miraculously will smooth out the ride. That's because it is equipped with shock absorbers. They are built to dampen impacts from road irreg... More

Follow the Bouncing Vehicle (Bad Struts and Shocks)

July 18, 2021

If you hit a bump in the road and your vehicle just keeps bouncing up and down for a lot longer time than it used to, you may have bad struts and shocks. They're the things that help to keep your vehicle's wheels and tires planted to the road surface. But they don't last forever. With care and ... More

Lean Times (Shocks and Springs)

November 15, 2020

You may have noticed your vehicle going through lean times. By that, we mean it's literally leaning to one side. When you notice that, you should get it checked out at your service facility soon because you could have a serious problem. Many things can cause a vehicle to lean. You may have pro... More

Suspension Service in Omaha at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard

February 9, 2020

When they hear the word suspension, many drivers in Omaha may think back to those energetic days of grade school. Well, your vehicle's suspension is actually a good thing because it keeps your vehicle up off the road and helps provide a comfy ride around Omaha. Its job is to keep your wheels fir... More

Check Your Shocks and Struts at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard

February 19, 2017

Today we're talking to Omaha drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for NE folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the road so they're very important.Without shocks, your wheels would be ... More

Suspension Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard in Omaha

January 24, 2017

During an inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard in Omaha, your friendly and knowledgeable automotive service technician will check for worn, broken or missing parts. Here's a quick rundown of suspension system components: There are the springs which hold the weight of your vehic... More

Upgrade Shocks for Better Handling in Omaha

December 23, 2016

Many Omaha drivers probably don't think of their shock absorbers as an important safety system; but that's just what shocks and struts are. They're all about ride control keeping your vehicle tires in contact with the road and managing body motion.Every time you hit a bump or pothole on a Omaha... More