Tuffy TIre & Auto Service Center Orland Park Alternator Replacement Service in Orland Park

June 25, 2018

Your vehicle alternator doesn't get enough credit. Though your battery gets your engine started, after that it's all about the alternator. Driving around Orland Park is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane ... More

Good Service at Tuffy TIre & Auto Service Center Orland Park Equals Good Fuel Economy in Orland Park

June 18, 2018

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

Orland Park Customer Detective Work

June 14, 2018

One might say the most challenging part of being an automotive service technician at Tuffy TIre & Auto Service Center Orland Park is diagnosing a problem before it can be fixed.Cars are made up of a bunch of complex systems. There usually could be a number of reasons for any given symptom. So, it... More

Ask Tuffy TIre & Auto Service Center Orland Park: What Happens When a Serpentine Belt Breaks?

June 3, 2018

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