The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield Guide to Custom Wheels

December 31, 2023

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Plainfield drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, t... More

The Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield Guide to Tire Specs

November 5, 2023

You know you need new tires, but you're not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the Plainfield service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then you get to the counter and the ma... More

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings

October 15, 2023

Why are wheel bearings for Plainfield vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Pla... More

Winter Tires

August 21, 2022

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Plainfield driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Illinois, winter tires differed from highway tires only in ... More

Helping Plainfield Drivers Get the Right Tires

August 18, 2022

Every Plainfield vehicle owner has to purchase tires at some time or another, so it's a good idea to understand what the choices are. The best seasonal performance is achieved by purchasing tires to match the season you are driving in. Summer tires are designed for hot temperatures. The tread is... More

Tire Replacement: What Plainfield Drivers Need to Know

August 15, 2022

Looking at getting some new tires? Maybe the real reason for wanting those off-highway tires is that they look cool. Well there's nothing wrong with that. If you make sure that you've got your functional needs covered with your selection, then you can have some fun with where you go from there.L... More

Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in Plainfield

August 11, 2022

A lot of people get custom wheels in Plainfield. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your Tuffy Tire &... More

Go Big or Go Home: Upsize Your Wheels at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Plainfield

August 2, 2022

A lot of us Plainfield drivers like our vehicles to reflect our personalities. We're picky about color and body style. We'll customize anything from floor mats to window tints to license plates. One popular way for Illinois motorists to customize a vehicle is to get new wheels.Wheels come in tho... More

Plainfield Safety Systems: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

July 29, 2022

Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Plainfield car owners driving around on under-inflated tires. Admittedly, its hard to tell when a radial tire is under-inflated. If your auto manufacturer recommends 35 pounds of pressure, your SUV tires conside... More

Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Plainfield, Illinois

July 22, 2022

Everyone in Plainfield, Illinois eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Plainfield, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categorie... More