Free Money (Almost) (Fuel Saving Tips)
May 5, 2024
You spend a lot of money on a vehicle, probably the most money you'll spend on anything except a house. But the spending doesn't stop after you've bought it. It goes into things like insurance, repairs and fuel. One good piece of news is that you can cut down the amount you spend on fuel if yo... More
Improve Fuel Economy with Proper Maintenance at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin in Elgin
March 31, 2024
With Elgin gas prices being what they are, many of us in Illinois are driving less and looking into purchasing smaller or more efficient vehicles. Elgin area residents who have to drive a lot, have large families or need four-wheel drive are particularly hard hit by the cost of fuel in Illinois. ... More
Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)
June 4, 2023
You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More
Good Service at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Equals Good Fuel Economy in Elgin
February 26, 2023
Whether we're trying to save money, save gas or save the environment, most of us Elgin 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 preventive... More
Save Fuel by Watching Your Weight
August 3, 2022
Most Elgin drivers are all talking right now. Better gas mileage. Fewer emissions. Illinois folks want to save the environment and our pocketbooks.And we Elgin drivers all know or should know that preventive maintenance will help maintain maximum fuel efficiency. But is there something more we ... More
Breathe New Life into Your Engine (MAF sensor replacement)
September 12, 2021
If youve noticed your vehicle is hard to start, stalling, or has lost power, the culprit may be a part with an odd name: the MAF sensor. You may have never even heard of a MAF sensor, but its important that it be working correctly, or you may be experiencing some fairly significant engine issues... More
Hey Elgin Drivers: How Do You Save Gas?
August 2, 2020
Higher Elgin fuel prices aren't going away any time soon. That's not good news for our wallets. A lot of Elgin drivers are trying to find ways to cut down on fuel consumption and hang on to some of their hard-earned money.North Americans drive billions of miles less during months of high fuel pri... More
Wasteful Thinking
September 29, 2019
With the weather getting colder, you might be tempted to start your vehicle up, let it idle for 15 or 20 minutes and then get in the nice, cozy cabin. Some vehicles offer remote starting that let you do that from the comfort of your home or apartment. But is letting your vehicle idle like that ... More
Fuel for Thought
August 26, 2018
If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump. The fuel's the easy part. You probably gas up your vehicle yourself and, if you're like most drivers, pr... More
Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Tuffy Auto Service Center Elgin Really Save Gas?
March 13, 2017
Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prolonging the life of the carpet by keeping it clean. But Elgin drivers don't always extend those go... More