Tuffy Tire And Auto Service
530 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48083 248.585.2770

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The Heat is On (Hot Weather Vehicle Concerns)

When the weather gets hot, some of the components of your vehicle are pushed to the limit.  Here are a few things to watch out for as the mercury climbs higher: Your vehicle's air conditioning...
Published on: May 26, 2024

Tire Replacement at Tuffy Tire And Auto Service in Troy

New tire choices can be overwhelming for Troy drivers. Suppose you have an SUV and are trying to decide between all season tires or some that are also rated for off-highway. How much do you drive off-...
Published on: Feb 06, 2023

Winter Tires

Let’s talk about winter tires.  We’re not talking about all-season tires here, but dedicated winter tires. Modern winter tires do a terrific job in a wide range of winter conditions....
Published on: Aug 07, 2022

Time For New Tires In Troy?

{{ image('MzI5') }} A lot of factors go into selecting new tires: traction, Troy weather conditions, handling, load capacity, tread life, looks, warranty and price. MI driving conditions vary from co...
Published on: May 21, 2022

Are You Going Nuts? (Lug Nut Replacement)

If your vehicle has a few years on it, you've no doubt had your tires rotated a few times. That means, of course, that a technician has loosened the lug nuts (which hold the wheels on) to remove the w...
Published on: Jan 28, 2022

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Troy

A lot of Troy want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or o...
Published on: May 05, 2021

Upsizing Wheels and Tires in Troy

Hello Troy drivers! Let's pretend you have three doughnuts right in front of you for our discussion of upsizing wheels and tires. Hey, don't eat them now – you're going to need them later.Many T...
Published on: Mar 13, 2021

Nailed It! (Tire Repairs)

We've all been there.  You park somewhere only to return and find one of your tires is flat; you've picked up a nail on the road.  You're hoping you can just have it patched and be on your w...
Published on: Jan 02, 2021