September 22, 2024 The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)

If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ...

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June 9, 2024 Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)

Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat. That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water i...

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May 26, 2024 Battery Basics for Toledo

It's important for Toledo drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Ohio weather. Most Toledo area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, he...

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April 28, 2024 Feeling Powerless (Why Is My Battery Light On?)

When one of your vehicles warning lights comes on, the first thing that comes to mind is, Oh, no, whats wrong now? When its the battery light, it means theres something wrong with your vehicles battery or charging system. And because both are important for your vehicle to work properly, its a go...

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January 28, 2024 A Head Start on Starting (Battery Testing)

If your vehicle isn't starting or doesn't sound like it used to when you crank it, the culprit may be the battery. You may have left a light on, or something plugged into one of charging ports. Maybe you accidentally left your vehicle in the "on" or "accessory" position when you last got out. M...

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October 8, 2023 Procrastination Prevention in Toledo

Every one of us has a little procrastinator inside us. Some put off getting our teeth cleaned. Others put off answering our emails. Yet others put off calling friends and family (sorry, Uncle Joe). And there are those of us who put off getting our vehicle's service done, whether it's a repair or ...

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May 21, 2023 Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service: Making a Battery Last Longer

One thing all Toledo drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Tuffy Tire & Auto Service can help maintain your battery.Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted l...

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March 5, 2023 Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Today

Hello Toledo drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Toledo, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over a...

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November 20, 2022 Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Tire & Auto Service

When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna...

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July 31, 2022 Ohio: What Is the Risk of High Oil Change Intervals?

Ohio residents may have heard that vehicles don't need their oil changed as often as they used to. That's true. But it's not the whole story.Owing to improved engine technology and higher oil quality, most newer vehicles can go longer between oil changes than their older counterparts.So what is a...

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