Positive Crankcase Ventilation ? PCV Valve Service at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield)

July 28, 2019

Hello Joliet! Did you know that the first federally-mandated emissions control device was introduced in the 1960's? The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, or PCV valve, has been installed in Illinois vehicles since 1964 and represents the first legislation by the United States government to re... More

Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) in Joliet

July 21, 2019

When we Joliet residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find diagnostic fees as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his abil... More

What to Do In Case of an Accident

July 14, 2019

If you've ever been in a vehicle accident around Joliet, Illinois, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what you should do in case of an accident in Joliet, Illinois:When an accident occurs, you should always stop. Leavi... More

Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln

July 7, 2019

Welcome to the Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield) automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Joliet conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tir... More