What Is an EGR Valve? (EGR Valve Service)
February 28, 2021
If you've ever felt your vehicle hesitate, go, then hesitate again, you might think there's something wrong with the transmission. After all, it's not moving smoothly down the road. But there are plenty of malfunctions that can cause those symptoms, one of them being something you may have nev... More
Diesel Maintenance for NE
February 21, 2021
At Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard we hear from a lot of people who are excited about the new diesel engines that will soon be available in passenger cars and SUV's. But our NE friends are often curious about the preventive maintenance requirements. People may not know that diesel engin... More
Don't Stack the Mat
February 14, 2021
In the sloppy cold weather months, you might be tempted to pick up an all-weather mat and throw it on top of the mats you already have in your vehicle. After all, double protection is better, right? In this case, wrong. Here's why. It's important to keep the accelerator and brake pedals clear so ... More
Beware Dangers of Spring Driving (Seasonal Driving Tips)
February 7, 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
The Key Won't Turn! (Ignition Problems)
January 31, 2021
You've just arrived at the store shopping and you're ready to head home. You put your key in the ignition and oh, no! The ignition won't turn! What do you do now? Don't panic. There are some things you can do to get going again. The first thing to do is see if you have a locking steering wheel... More
The Importance of Omaha Drivers Following Service Intervals
January 24, 2021
Today in our Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in Omaha with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about... More
Drive Train Service in Omaha at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard
January 17, 2021
The drive train in your vehicle includes all the components that transfer power from the transmission to the wheels. Those components differ depending on what type of vehicle you drive, namely, front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The preventive maintenance y... More
What is a TPS? (Throttle Position Sensor)
January 10, 2021
You know you have an accelerator pedal; step on it and your vehicle is supposed to go. But did you know there is a part in your vehicle that keeps track of where the throttle is? It's called the Throttle Position Sensor, or TPS. The TPS is a sensor that helps your vehicle figure out the right mi... More
Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Millard in Omaha
January 3, 2021
With Omaha gas prices being what they are, many of us in NE are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Omaha area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in NE. But there ar... More
Coolant/Antifreeze Service in Omaha, NE
January 1, 2021
Omaha auto owners may know that most automotive failures in Omaha, NE, are tire related, but do you know the second most common cause of vehicle failure? Nope, it's not teenagers. It is the coolant system. But if you take good care of your vehicle coolant system, it will take good care of you.A ... More