Hitting The Brakes In Grand Rapids
August 29, 2021
Hello Grand Rapids, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck ro... More
Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft in Grand Rapids, Michigan
August 22, 2021
Every car in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is at risk for theft. So it's up to us to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere.The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protecting vehicles: Common sen... More
Differential Service at Tuffy Grand Rapids - Fuller Ave.
August 15, 2021
Here at AutoNetTV, we have national viewers, like your neighbors in Grand Rapids, who write to us with questions or feedback. One common question we're asked is: "What is a differential and what does it do?" You may have been told by your Tuffy Grand Rapids - Fuller Ave. service advisor that you... More
Procrastination Prevention in Grand Rapids
August 8, 2021
Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Grand Rapids - Fuller Ave.: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
August 1, 2021
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Grand Rapids drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more ... More