Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)

November 24, 2024

If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More

Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)

August 27, 2023

Its just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended. When theyre not, that is called being out of alignment. Here are some signs that your alignment has problems. Your steering wheel isnt straight... More

All Lined Up (Alignment Inspection)

June 18, 2023

When you head down a straight road, does your vehicle pull to one side? Do you feel vibration in any of the wheels? If you've noticed any of these things, it's probably time for you to get your wheel alignment checked. When your vehicle left the factory, its wheels were parallel to each other an... More

A Not-So-Straight Story (Vehicle Pulls to One Side)

June 11, 2023

A vehicle should travel straight down a straight road with the steering wheel centered. But time and travel can take their toll and soon you may find your vehicle pulling to the left or right. Those are not good signs and should be taken care of fairly quickly. One thing that you should note is... More

Trip Inspection at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield in Plainfield

September 2, 2022

Plainfield area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Plainfield drivers can't al... More

Line Them Up: Wheel Alignment Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield

July 30, 2022

Hello Plainfield! Let's talk about alignment. One of the most important parts of preventive maintenance for your vehicle is keeping the wheels in alignment. Poor alignment causes your tires to wear unevenly, which can significantly reduce their lifespan. This means you will have to replace them ... More

Plainfield Alignment Service

July 10, 2022

Your car might have an alignment problem if: it drifts or pulls to one side, your steering wheel is off center, you have uneven tire wear or your car doesn't feel like it handles right. When all of a vehicle's wheels are lined up exactly with each other, your wheels are in alignment. Running into... More

Power Steering Service at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield in Plainfield

January 30, 2022

Many Plainfield drivers have been hearing about technological advances in power steering, specifically electric power steering. Some very high-end cars have been featuring electric power steering. Power steering fluid has the necessary hydraulic properties and the ability to lubricate the intern... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield: Alignment Inspection

December 26, 2021

Uneven tire wear, the car pulling to one side or a steering wheel that is off-center are signs for Plainfield drivers that their wheels may be out of alignment.When doing an alignment inspection, the service advisor at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield will inspect your tires for uneven wear a... More

Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance)

April 11, 2021

It's one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, "I wonder if that was hard enough to do any damage?" But things seem ok and you continue on yo... More