Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure Saves Fuel in Walled Lake
July 21, 2022
Underinflated tires waste gas for lots of folks in the Walled Lake area. Think how hard it is to walk in sand you just have to work harder because of the resistance. When your tires don't have enough air in them, their rolling resistance is dramatically increased and it simply takes more gas to ... More
Talk to Tuffy Walled Lake About New Shoes for Your Vehicle
July 7, 2022
Custom wheels are one way that Walled Lake 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... More
When Are Your Tires Worn Out?
July 1, 2022
Hey Walled Lake area drivers, are your tires worn out? What is the standard for our Michigan streets? How can you tell on your vehicle?While there may be legal requirements for the Walled Lake area, there are safety concerns that go beyond meeting minimum replacement mandates.Two-thirty-seconds... More
Tuffy Walled Lake Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln
November 21, 2021
Welcome to the Tuffy Walled Lake automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Walled Lake conditions. In order for a tire to have good contact with the road, it has to move the water out of the way. If it can't move the water, the tire will ac... More
Tire Rotation and Balancing at Tuffy Walled Lake in Walled Lake
July 25, 2021
Tires do a lot of work for Walled Lake drivers. They transfer engine power and braking forces to the road; they handle steering control; and they cushion all those bumps and jolts while driving around Walled Lake. They also support the entire weight of the vehicle, including you and your passeng... More
Upsizing Wheels and Tires With Tuffy Walled Lake
March 7, 2021
Many Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake area tire shops to get you the look you want. And for many Walled Lake drivers, that ... More
Walled Lake Tire Repair
February 7, 2021
Most Walled Lake residents have experienced a flat tire. You know it's inconvenient and a pain. Our tires are important. Keeping them in good working order isn't just a big safety issue for Walled Lake drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Michigan gas prices, we've all heard about ... More
Beware of Cheap Tires in Walled Lake
January 19, 2020
Do you like to shop for shoes in Walled Lake?When buying a running shoe, is quality important?Does durability matter as long as the shoes look fabulous?Would you rather have one pair of long lasting shoes or two pairs of lower quality shoes at the same price?Is the warranty important when buying... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Walled Lake: When to Replace a Damaged Tire
January 14, 2020
Repair or Replace? Thats a question Walled Lake drivers ask when they have tire damage. Some punctures cannot be repaired because of their size or location. Punctures larger than a quarter of an inch (6.4 mm) are considered too large to be safely repaired. Punctures in the sidewall or near the sh... More
Custom Wheels and Tires for Your Walled Lake Ride
June 23, 2019
It seems like everywhere you go in the Walled Lake area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some Michigan auto owners want smaller tires and wheels - some want larger - and some want them enormous. So wher... More