How Much is Enough for Joliet Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth

March 28, 2016

Most Joliet drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the techni... More

Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running

March 21, 2016

At Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) we've had a lot of Joliet customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Illinois. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 p... More

Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight

March 14, 2016

Most Joliet drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Joliet drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more w... More

Joliet Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

March 7, 2016

Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of driving around Joliet on underinflated tires. Admittedly, it's hard to tell when a radial tire is underinflated. If your vehicle manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your vehicle tires are considered signifi... More