A Fluid Situation (Check Fluid Levels)
September 19, 2021
There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids... More
The Tuffy North Clermont Guide to Custom Wheels
September 12, 2021
If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Clermont drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, the... More
Below 45 Degrees in Clermont: Consider Winter Tires
September 5, 2021
Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Clermont drivers couldn't wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. Florida drivers ran out and... More
Fuel Saving Tip: Alignment for Your Clermont Vehicle
August 29, 2021
Imagine you've left Clermont and you're up in the arctic on a dog sled.Your dog team is pulling straight and true. You can cover a lot of ground quickly. Now imagine what would happen if one or two of the dogs wanted to go their own way and were pulling off to the side.That would slow you down. Y... More
Your Vehicle is Talking to YOU (Service Warning Signs)
August 22, 2021
Your vehicle may be like that famous battery bunny, the one that just keeps going and going. But while it may seem sometimes like you never need to take your vehicle in to be worked on, there are some things you should keep your eyes, ears and nose out for. They are warning you about something t... More
How Much is Enough for Clermont Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
August 8, 2021
Most Clermont drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the tech... More
Your Vehicle Is NOT Maintenance Free, Clermont Car Owners
August 1, 2021
A generation ago, Clermont drivers seemed to be more inclined to keep their vehicle's preventive maintenance on schedule. One reason for this may be that vehicles back then were a lot less reliable than they are today. Taking your vehicle in to your Clermont shop every year or two for repairs se... More
Let Tuffy North Clermont Help You Extend the Life of Your Car
July 25, 2021
If you haven't shopped in the Clermont area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the price of auto financing in Clermont, and insurance, the idea of hanging on to your old vehicle for a fe... More
The Puzzling Puddle (Leaks Under Vehicle)
July 18, 2021
Ever notice a little spot of liquid under your vehicle after you've parked in your driveway or garage? It may have been something as simple as water left from air conditioning condensation. But then again, it could be a sign that there's trouble brewing in one of your vehicle's systems. You can ... More