Make Your Vehicle Last
July 9, 2022
We live in such a disposable society. It's amazing all the stuff we throw away. New stuff comes out so fast, we just toss the old and move on. In the old days, Florida folks were real sticklers about taking care of their things. If something got lost or ruined by neglect, tough - they had to do w... More
The Importance of St. Johns Drivers Following Service Intervals
July 5, 2022
Today in our Tuffy St. Johns blog, we're going to talk about following recommended service intervals. Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of your life in St. Johns with recommended intervals: Let's start with twice yearly dental check-ups and regular physical exams. How about laundry, watering t... More
The Maintenance Free Myth
January 16, 2022
Sometimes we hear people in St. Johns say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's vehicles are extremely reliable, they are also becoming increasingly complicated and use more exotic materials than ever before. All that comp... More
Don't Miss a Beat (Importance of Regular Maintenance)
January 2, 2022
In many places, license plates have to be renewed every year or else you can't drive your vehicle legally. Usually, you'll get a reminder from the agency that issues the plates. That kind of regular attention needs to be paid to your vehicle as well. Its manufacturer has determined a schedule o... More
The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
September 26, 2021
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More
Another Couple of Years: Making Your Vehicle Last With Help From Tuffy St. Johns
June 14, 2020
A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the Florida news. St. Johns people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better gas mileage and receive a government rebate. A lot of St. Johns motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They're good com... More
The Easy Way to Save Cash in St. Johns
April 5, 2020
The hottest Florida news story may be different every day, but there's one topic that seems to come up over and over again the price of gas in St. Johns . If you feel like most of your paycheck goes into your gas tank, this post is for you. Here are several basic things people in St. Johns can... More
New School: Automotive Tuffy St. Johns Technician Training
February 16, 2020
St. Johns consumers are demanding. We want a safe, reliable vehicle that handles well and is comfortable to ride in. Oh, and we want good fuel economy, too. We also want vehicle repairs that are cheap, fast and easy. Unfortunately, one usually comes at the cost of the other.Today's vehicles have... More
Economics of Maintenance for St. Johns Auto Owners
January 16, 2020
Buying a new car in St. Johns is always a big financial decision. The allure of that new car smell is powerful, to be sure. But what if your current car is still in good shape? How do you decide?People in St. Johns who've been used to driving a new car every three to five years may be having s... More
Hey St. Johns Drivers; What Is the Most Distracting Food?
September 29, 2019
So what is the most distracting food to have in the car while driving around St. Johns ?Is it: A Hamburger; Coffee; A Soft Drink, or Gummy Bears? Well, you may be surprised to learn that all but the gummy bears are in the top ten most distracting foods when you are driving. But if you chose 'co... More