When "Shady" is a Good Thing
January 27, 2019
Just like your skin can burn from too much sun, so can the paint on your vehicle. It can turn dull, oxidize and fade the more ultraviolet rays beat down on it. One solution is to park in a shady spot, or you can buy a cover for your vehicle and put it on when you know it's going to be sitting in... More
The Right Automotive Fluids for St. Johns Drivers
January 21, 2019
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for St. Johns drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even ... More
Should St. Johns Soccer Moms Follow the Severe Service Schedule?
January 14, 2019
So you take your vehicle in for maintenance and the pro at Tuffy St. Johns tells you that you ought to change your oil more often. What? You followed the maintenance schedule but you take a second look at that severe service schedule and see some of the following: 1. Most of your trips around St... More
Ask Tuffy St. Johns: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?
January 6, 2019
The serpentine belt is aptly named since it snakes around under your hood. It may lack its namesake's fangs, but it sure packs a wallop when it breaks.The serpentine belt powers a lot of engine systems. It runs the alternator, which charges the battery; the water pump (on some vehicles), which co... More
Breathe Deep in St. Johns With a New Cabin Air Filter
January 1, 2019
Poor interior air quality is nothing to sneeze at, and St. Johns auto owners might be interested to know that more and more new cars are coming equipped with a cabin air filter. Check your vehicle owner's manual, but they typically need to be replaced at around 12,000 to 15,000 miles (19,000 to... More