Upsizing Wheels and Tires With Tuffy Mesa

February 11, 2024

Many Mesa drivers want to accessorize their vehicle - you know, make it theirs. One of the easiest ways to get a custom look is to get some new wheels. There are thousands of wheel designs at Mesa area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many Mesa drivers, that look includes bigger ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Mesa: Tire Replacement Overview

January 14, 2024

Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Mesa drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm) of tir... More

Saving Lives in Mesa with Tire Pressure

December 31, 2023

All new passenger vehicles on our Mesa, AZ, roads now have tire pressure monitoring systems TPMS for short. They are designed to alert you if your tires are underinflated. Since they are fairly new, a lot of people have questions about them.First off, the most important thing is that you still n... More

Talk to Tuffy Mesa About New Shoes for Your Vehicle

July 23, 2023

Custom wheels are one way that Mesa folks express themselves and personalize their vehicle. But they aren't as cheap and easy as sticking decals on your back window. There are several factors that need to be considered, including cost, the fit of the wheel, modifications that will have to be mad... More

Picking the Right Tires in Mesa

March 19, 2023

Shopping for tires in Mesa can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Mesa are looking for maximum summertime performance. T... More

Shake It up in Mesa!: Why Wheel Balancing

December 16, 2022

Our vehicles are not massage chairs. While we may enjoy a good vibration in an overstuffed recliner, we generally want as smooth a ride as possible in our vehicles. One way to achieve this is to keep a vehicle's wheels in balance. When a tire is mounted onto a wheel, it is usually out of balance... More