Automotive Tips from Tuffy Lorain: Serpentine Belt System Wear
January 30, 2022
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Lorain drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesnt spin fast enough, the battery will not complet... More
What's in a Number? (What Tire Numbers Mean)
January 23, 2022
You've probably never paid much attention to the writing on the sides of your tires, but they contain a wealth of information. There's a long combination of letters and numbers that can tell you a whole lot about what tires your vehicle was designed to be riding on. Let's check out this example... More
Tuffy Lorain Advice on Buying New Tires
January 16, 2022
Today's tires and wheels offer a lot of options for every Lorain driver's style, habits and driving conditions.Tires are designed for high-performance in winter or summer and even come in a long-wearing variety for all Ohio seasons.Lorain off-roaders should be excited about the options available... More
Don't Start with That (Bad Starter Motor)
January 9, 2022
We've all heard that expression, "That's a non starter." When it comes to your vehicle, that's not music to a driver's ears. That sickening sound when you start the ignition and instead of hearing the engine crank, you hear it slowly turn over and your dash lights go dim. There can be many reaso... More
Water Everywhere (Clogged Drains)
January 2, 2022
It's bad enough when you mistakenly leave a window open in your vehicle on a rainy day and you find your carpet soaked. But what in the world is going on when your windows are closed tight, not leaking and you STILL wind up with wet carpet? The answer could be something you might not even know y... More
Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)
January 1, 2022
Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More