Under Pressure in Naples: TPMS
April 30, 2023
Have you noticed an increase in price when you get a flat tire fixed in Naples, or have your tires rotated? It might be the result of your TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System.The federal government began requiring a TPMS system on 2008 model year passenger vehicles and light trucks. Some 20... More
Keep Your Tires Well Rounded in Naples: Tire Rotation and Wheel Balancing at Tuffy Naples
October 16, 2022
Taking care of our tires is part of vehicle care for Naples drivers. We know they have to be replaced when they wear out, but tires also require some preventive maintenance. This maintenance will improve and extend the life of the tires, so it's well worth the effort and expense for Naples drive... More
How Much is Enough for Naples Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
May 8, 2022
Most Naples drivers know that tires wear out and that the wear has to do with tread depth. Most of us have heard that bald tires are dangerous, but most of us picture a tire with no tread at all when we think of a bald tire. And when we take our vehicles in for preventive maintenance, the techni... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
April 17, 2022
Hey Naples area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Florida streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Naples area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds of an inch... More
Naples Tire Repair
October 10, 2021
Most Naples residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Naples drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Florida gas prices, we've all heard about the importa... More
Beware of Cheap Tires in Naples
September 19, 2021
Do you like to shop for shoes in Naples?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pairs of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty important when buying tire... More
Below 45 Degrees in Naples: Consider Winter Tires
August 15, 2021
Remember snow tires? They were basically just regular tires with big, knobby lugs to get them through deep snow. They were loud and rode hard, and Naples drivers couldn't wait to get them off the car. Then along came television advertisements for all-season radials. Florida drivers ran out and b... More
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Wheel Bearings
August 8, 2021
Why are wheel bearings for Naples vehicles important? It's simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. In today's Tuffy Naples post, we'll discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very job while you drive around Naples, Florida. Wheel bearings... More
Tuffy Naples Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
June 1, 2021
Welcome to the Tuffy Naples automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Naples conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire will actually rid... More
Talk To Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Naples About New Shoes For Your Vehicle
August 19, 2014
Custom wheels are one way that Naples folks express themselves and personalize their SUV. But they arent as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several essential factors need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to be ... More