Bouncy Bouncy ? Are My Shocks Bad?

September 29, 2019

When Joliet drivers think about preventive maintenance, what usually comes to mind is oil, fluids and brakes. We don't generally think about our shocks or struts, but these auto parts keep our tires on the road.Joliet drivers don't think about shocks as often as oil changes because shocks and st... More

Stay Safe in Joliet by Putting Your Cell Phone on ICE

September 22, 2019

We don't want to think about it, but each Joliet resident who drives or rides in a vehicle is potentially an accident victim. In the worst-case scenario, those people are unconscious and unable to communicate with Illinois rescue workers. Rescue workers and Joliet police are well aware of this di... More

Emergency Items for Joliet

September 15, 2019

Safe Illinois travel starts with preventive maintenance and good vehicle care at Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield). But there are other things Joliet residents can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Here's some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your life... More

The Edible Engine

September 8, 2019

You may have had a friend whose vehicle was the victim of hungry rodents. After all, mice, rats and squirrelseven rabbitshave been known to gnaw on wires in engine compartments, causing vehicle electrical systems to go haywire. They can disable a vehicle completely and be very expensive to fix.... More

Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Tuffy Joliet (South Plainfield)

September 1, 2019

A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Illinois news. Joliet people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of Joliet motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They're good commuters,... More