Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)
October 6, 2024
You probably figured out those shifty letters. They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low. Your automatic transmission is one of the great automotive inventions; here are some ways you can keep yours working well. Maintain you... More
Automotive Tips from Tuffy Richmond: Knowing When Your Timing Belt Should Be Replaced
October 29, 2023
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. CASCO drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to get to, requiring quite a bit of labor to access. Timing belt replacement is one of the more expensi... More
It Pays to Take Care of Your Transmission at Tuffy Richmond
May 14, 2023
If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in Richmond. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've gotta tell 'ya, most of that's because of technological advances in transmissions. To get a better understa... More
Combustion Choreography: Timing Belt Replacement at Tuffy Richmond in Richmond
November 6, 2022
Have you ever seen a ballet performance? Have you wondered how all of those dancers manage to travel all over the stage jumping and twirling and never crash into each other? That's the job of a choreographer.Our auto engines are also highly choreographed. Pistons travel up and down inside cylinde... More
Gear Up: Transmission Service at Tuffy Richmond in Richmond
May 17, 2022
The transmission system in your vehicle allows you to change gears. Lower gears are power gears. They get your vehicle moving and get it up hills. Higher gears get the vehicle up to speed and get it rolling faster. If you have a standard transmission, then you have to do the work of shifting gea... More