Defensive Driving in Fort Mill, SC

January 28, 2024

There was a man in the Fort Mill area who learned that most car accidents occur within a mile of home so he moved. (Just kidding!)When we think of defensive driving, we often focus on our local SC highway situations. The fact of the matter is we need to be just as careful close to home in Fort... More

Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)

January 21, 2024

You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask your service advisor if you might need your vehicle's fuel and... More

The Light Many Drivers Fear (Check Engine Light)

January 14, 2024

Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they'll say it's the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in the shape of a vehicle engine, often accompanied by the words Check, Check Engine, Check Engine Se... More

Winter Watch List (Winter Maintenance Items)

January 7, 2024

Don't love winter weather? Here's a list of four things you need to keep a watch on during the winter months. Let's start with coolant levels. Coolant is as important in cold weather as it is in hot weather. Think of the term "anti-freeze." Your coolant needs to be adjusted for climate and temp... More

Diagnosing Your Vehicle at Tuffy Fort Mill in Fort Mill

January 1, 2024

When we Fort Mill residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find diagnostic fees as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a charge for the time it takes to diagnose the problem. When we go to a medical doctor, most of his fee is for his a... More