Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Tuffy Tire & Auto in GALLATIN
June 30, 2024
When we GALLATIN 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 ab... More
Severe Service Requirements
June 23, 2024
A lot of GALLATIN drivers have asked whether or not they should use their severe service maintenance schedule, which is listed in their vehicle's owner's manual. It can be somewhat confusing, so we decided to consult an expert. Cricket Killingsworth is from QMI/Heartland, a manufacturer of aut... More
Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
June 16, 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
Tuffy Tire & Auto Helps You Decipher the Menu Board: Part 2
June 9, 2024
TN service centers have a menu board that lists the services they provide. Some GALLATIN drivers may not be familiar with all of the items on the board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.Tuffy Tire & Auto fuel system cleaning: Over time, the vehic... More
Why a Trip Inspection Is a Good Idea
June 2, 2024
At Tuffy Tire & Auto we get a lot of GALLATIN drivers asking about vehicle trip preparation. That's a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some pretty lonely areas around TN, so it's important to know that the vehicle is up to the task and won't leave you stranded.Smar... More