Automotive Tips from Tuffy Fort Myers (Colonial Blvd): A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt

July 28, 2024

The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Fort Myers.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing ... More

What to Do In Case of an Accident

July 21, 2024

If you've ever been in a vehicle accident around Fort Myers, Florida, even a minor one, you know how upsetting it can be. It's hard to think straight and know what to do.Let's review what you should do in case of an accident in Fort Myers, Florida:When an accident occurs, you should always stop.... More

Keys to a Long Lasting Vehicle

July 14, 2024

We live in a disposable society. Everything from elaborate packaging to our clothing. Even cell phones are disposable. When replacement is cheaper than repair, the term "built to last" goes by the wayside. An exception is our vehicles. They're still a very big investment and Fort Myers drivers wa... More

Tacky or Techie? The Tachometer.

July 7, 2024

There's a gauge that many vehicles have that says RPM on it. And there are a lot of people who either don't pay any attention to it or don't even know what it is. Here's why it's a good gauge to know about. It's called a tachometer, and that "RPM" label means it is measuring how many revolutions... More