Know Your Towing Limits in Chicago
May 8, 2022
Some Chicago drivers figure that anything they can attach to their trailer hitch can be towed by their vehicle. Nope. If you're going to do any towing around Chicago, you should be aware of safety issues, Illinois towing laws and potential liability.Understanding tow ratings is important for safe... More
Emergency! (Vehicle Emergency items)
April 4, 2021
"I never expected it could happen to me." Countless drivers have said that after they've had an emergency turn their lives upside down. So before that happens to you, let's thinking about planning ahead for an emergency with a few things you should keep in your vehicle. Road flares. If you've ev... More
Your Well Trained Technician at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy)
December 20, 2020
When your vehicle has a problem or just needs some routine service, you might get a little nervous. Your vehicle's so important to your life in Chicago, you need to get back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.If you've ever checked into some of the techni... More
Drive Defensively in Illinois
June 30, 2019
Car care is part of auto safety in Chicago. But the most important thing we can do to improve safety on Illinois roads is to drive safely.Defensive driving begins with the proper attitude. Have in mind that you won't let anyone take your safety away from you. You'll be aware of your surroundings... More
Emergency Items for Chicago
December 10, 2017
Safe Illinois travel starts with preventive maintenance and good vehicle care at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy). But there are other things Chicago residents can do to prepare for emergencies on the road. Here's some auto advice that can help you plan for emergencies, and just may save your life ... More
Blind Spot Safety for Chicago Driving
July 4, 2016
Blind spots may be a good thing when it comes to a spouse's annoying habits, but when driving an automobile in Chicago, they are definitely to be avoided. So, while it's not good marital advice, it's good auto advice to minimize your own blind spots and stay out of other Chicago drivers' blind s... More