Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
December 1, 2024
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i... More
The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
January 21, 2024
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More
A New Battery in Fort Myers
October 1, 2023
Hello Fort Myers drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Fort Myers, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new... More
A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd)
October 23, 2022
You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicl... More
How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd)
July 31, 2022
Today in the Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) auto care blog, we're going to talk to Fort Myers drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) customers. For example, recently four of the wo... More
The Right Fluids for Your Vehicle
June 19, 2022
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle components, including the fluids.It's up to people in Fort Myers to ... More
Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
March 13, 2022
Today's Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) service advisor will know the proper coo... More
Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
December 26, 2021
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd)
September 23, 2021
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
Using Proper Fluids in Your vehicle
June 1, 2021
Today, Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd) is writing about the proper fluids for your vehicle. It's become more complicated with changes in automotive design and manufacturing. It's not that people in Fort Myers are confused as much as they don't realize how much things have changed in recent year... More