The Turn Signal Mystery (Turn Signal Problems)

October 30, 2022

Some problems are easy to diagnose on a vehicle; others aren't. Figuring out what's wrong with a malfunctioning turn signal sometimes fits into both categories. By the way, if your tempted to just leave your broken blinker broken, remember you can get a ticket for not using them, not to mention... More

A Stitch in Time at Tuffy Fort Myers (McGregor Blvd)

October 23, 2022

You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly the case with your vehicle, and here's a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicl... More

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Fort Myers

October 16, 2022

One Fort Myers automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Fort Myers, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine an... More

Something to Latch On To (Hood Latch Safety)

October 9, 2022

The other day, a driver was trying to open his vehicle's hood so he could add some windshield washer fluid. But when he pulled the hood release inside the car, nothing happened. Usually, opening any hood is a 2-step process. You pull the hood release (which is usually a handle under the dashbo... More

The Economy of Maintenance for Fort Myers Drivers

October 2, 2022

Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It's a question most Fort Myers drivers ask themselves at some time or another.Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car payment and the possibility of repair bills. Most of the time, we want to choose the car payment because we don't ... More