How Much is Enough for Lake In The Hills Auto Owners? Tire Tread Depth
June 24, 2018
Most Lake In The Hills 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,... More
Make Your Battery Last
June 17, 2018
Today's report from Tuffy Lake In The Hills 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 of Lake In Th... More
Tuffy Lake In The Hills Brake Service for Safe Stopping in Lake In The Hills
June 14, 2018
Let's talk about something critical for all Lake In The Hills drivers: your brakes. Your vehicle is heavy, and it takes a lot of muscle to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop so everything needs to be in good working order. Here's an explanation on how your disc brakes work: The wheel hu... More
Easy Miles ? Do Lake In The Hills Driving Conditions Affect Service Intervals?
June 5, 2018
Have you ever noticed that your vehicle has a schedule in your owner's manual for what is called severe service maintenance? Let's define what severe driving conditions aren't: The easiest driving a vehicle experiences is traveling on the interstate for 20 miles (32 kilometers) or more at a cons... More