The Harm in Skipping an Oil Change for Mesa Drivers
April 7, 2024
People in Mesa have been hearing a lot about higher oil change intervals these days. Maybe you're wondering: What are the key issues?Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8,000 km to 13,00... More
The Engine Gets a Boost (Turbocharged Engine Maintenance)
November 5, 2023
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and you'd still get the same horsepower. The technology to do just that has been around for a long t... More
Fall and Spring Checkup in Mesa
September 24, 2023
When I was a kid, my dad always made sure he took the cars in for Spring and Fall checkups. I was telling a friend that it's about time to get into Tuffy Mesa for a checkup and he said that he read on the internet that modern cars don't need seasonal service.My friend is (technically) right about... More
Commitment to Make Your vehicle Last at Tuffy Mesa
June 4, 2023
These days many people in the Mesa area are really committed to making their cars last a long time. First thing: you've got to start with what you've got. It'd be ideal if people started with a brand new car, never missed a scheduled service item, paid attention to the severe service maintenance... More
I Can See Clearly Now: Wiper Blade Replacement in Mesa
February 19, 2023
About 90% of our driving decisions in the Mesa area are based solely on what we see. So having a good pair of windshield wipers is extremely important.Most Mesa drivers have experienced the frustration and fear of not being able to see clearly during a storm, or when our vehicle windshield is jus... More
Are Modern Vehicles Maintenance Free?
December 30, 2022
In our auto video today we'll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that "modern vehicles are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free."Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Mesa Bigfoot... More
Change Your Engine Air Filter at Tuffy Mesa
December 24, 2022
Many Mesa car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor to fail. This expensive sensor is situated between your engine air filter and your engine. Dirty air filter... More
Regular Schedule or Severe Service Schedule at Tuffy Mesa?
December 19, 2022
Today's Tuffy Mesa article focuses on severe service maintenance. Many Mesa drivers are not aware of them and yet there are also very vocal advocates in AZ who think that severe service schedules apply to everyone. Somewhere between a complete lack of awareness and the dire blanket statements li... More