Good Service at Tuffy St. Johns Equals Good Fuel Economy in St. Johns

November 29, 2016

Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us St. Johns drivers have an interest in decreasing fuel consumption. We've all heard about ways to save money on gas in Florida, but does it really add up to much? How much can we boost our fuel economy through preven... More

Serpentine Belt Service at Tuffy St. Johns in St. Johns

November 22, 2016

If you've ever heard a squealing sound under your vehicle hood, chances are it was your serpentine belt. More importantly, the belt powers the alternator. The alternator creates electricity that's used by your vehicle's electrical systems and also charges the battery. Without the alternator, the... More

PCV Valve Service at Tuffy St. Johns in St. Johns

November 15, 2016

Today, we are talking about your PCV valve. Unburnt fuel is forced into the crankcase as your engine runs. The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve vents this unburnt fuel and oil vapors from the crankcase and sends it back into the air intake system to be burned in the engine. A clogged... More

Change Your Wiper Blades Twice Yearly at Tuffy St. Johns

November 7, 2016

Because 90% of our driving decisions are based on visual information, unobscured vision is paramount. Which brings us to the topic of today's Tuffy St. Johns article: wiper blades. While this isn't the most exciting automotive subject, it's important. You wouldn't drive at night in St. Johns wit... More