Fluids
It's important for Whitehall drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Ohio weather. Most Whitehall 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.Howev...
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Posted in Fluids
on December 13, 2020
There's one fluid in your car you are always careful to keep at a certain level: the fuel. If you don't have fuel, you're not going anywhere. Your vehicle has other fluids which are vitally important to proper and safe operation, too. So, here's a "level" headed approach to those "other" fluids...
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Posted in Fluids
on July 12, 2020
Hello Whitehall drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Whitehall, here's some auto advice to help you.There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new b...
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Posted in Fluids
on June 22, 2020
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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Posted in Fluids
on June 07, 2020
Your parents probably taught you to have common sense. When it comes to your vehicle, common scents can also come in handy. Different smells may tell you about some conditions in your vehicle that need attention.For example, you know what rotten eggs smell like. If you smell them around your ve...
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Posted in Fluids
on May 31, 2020
Today's report from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Whitehall is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it would be very unusual if you hadn't. You may be surprised to learn that only 30 percent o...
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Posted in Fluids
on December 15, 2019
Hello Ohio! Today's vehicle care topic is: Synthetic Oil vs. Petroleum Based Oil. Synthetic motor oil is a substitute for petroleum based oil. If you aren't currently using it, why not? Synthetic motor oil maximizes engine power and fuel economy. To see why, we'd need a microscope, so we'll have...
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Posted in Fluids
on July 28, 2019
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Whitehall residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and...
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Posted in Fluids
on February 04, 2019
All those automotive fluids can be confusing for Whitehall drivers. Recent years have brought new grades of engine oil, types of transmission fluid, coolant and brake fluid. The right fluid protects your vehicle and helps it perform at its best. The wrong fluid won't work as well and could even c...
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Posted in Fluids
on November 18, 2018
If you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Whitehall, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive...
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Posted in Fluids
on October 21, 2018
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