Winter Tires

June 30, 2022

What type of technology do you use? Do you prefer an 8-track tape or an iPod? When it comes to winter tires, much of Lewis Center driver's perception dates back to when 8-track was the best way to listen to the Bee Gees.Twenty years ago in Ohio, winter tires differed from highway tires only in th... More

Getting New Tires in Lewis Center?

June 28, 2022

There are so many tire choices in the Lewis Center area that selecting the right one can be a bit overwhelming for drivers. And even though it's kind of fun to have new tires on your vehicle, they're a significant investment for most Lewis Center area folks so you want do it right.Tip: talk with ... More

Lewis Center Tire Repair

June 5, 2022

Most Lewis Center 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 Lewis Center drivers it also has a financial impact. With high Ohio gas prices, we've all heard about th... More

Why Wheel Balancing and Tire Rotation Save You Money on Tires

February 6, 2022

Lewis Center drivers want their tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to extend tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation.When wheels are out of balance, they wobble and vibrate. That makes the tires wear in a cupping pattern. If a front wheel is out of balance you'll feel it in the s... More

Picking the Right Tires in Lewis Center

January 9, 2022

Shopping for tires in Lewis Center can be bewildering because there are many choices. Let's simplify. There are four main classifications of tires, each designed for different purposes.First off, there are summer tires. Those who buy summer tires in Lewis Center are looking for maximum summertim... More

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center Tire Safety: Washington vs. Lincoln

September 12, 2021

Welcome to the Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center automotive blog. Today, let's talk about the effect of tire wear. Let's focus on stopping in wet Lewis Center 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 mov... More

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center in Lewis Center

September 5, 2021

Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Lewis Center drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treasure, ... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: Tire Replacement Overview

January 24, 2021

Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Lewis Center drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer especially in wet conditions. 4/32th of an inch (3.2 mm... More

Automotive Tips from Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Lewis Center: When to Replace a Damaged Tire

July 26, 2020

Repair or Replace? Thats a question Lewis Center 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 s... More

Tire Tread Depth for Lewis Center, Ohio Drivers

May 17, 2020

Driving on bald tires is like playing roulette. Though you may be fine today, eventually your luck is going to run out.The Feds don't have any laws for tread depth, but 42 of the states, and all of Canada, do have regulations. They consider 2/32 of an inch to be the minimum legal tread depth. Tw... More