On average 75% of the customers who come into our Service Department are driving on bad tires that need to be replaced. We understand that tires are a big-ticket item and we try to prepare our customers for the timing of that expense with our multi-point inspection. There is an additional labor cost mounting and…
Kia has been in the news recently. Here’s what you need to know. There have been fewer than 200 non-collision combustions or near combustion incidents reported by drivers of Kia and Hyundai vehicles according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Specifically, the Kia complaints involve the 2011 to 2014 Optima and Sorento. As per…
What do you need to know about car fires? According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there is an average of 31 highway vehicle fires every hour which result in more than one death each day. Overall, highway vehicle fires represent 20% of all U.S. fires, 12% of U.S. fire deaths, 8% of U.S. civilian…
What makes a dog-friendly car? Quite a bit actually. If you take your dog to the beach, the park or on road trips, it’s worth considering what is best for your pet’s health, safety and comfort. Considering these measures will also prove beneficial to maintaining your vehicle. Size– A Chihuahua and Great Dane have different…
Headlights are an important vehicle safety feature and knowing when to use high beams and low beams can improve your visibility. There is no law that says drivers must use low beams during daylight hours except in inclement weather. However, most cars are equipped with options for running lights and/or a setting for having low…
Brake failure, what do you need to know? Brake failure is not common, only 5% of all accidents are brake related. It is important to understand how your brakes work and to be vigilant about maintenance to prevent problems. Brakes are your primary line of defense in avoiding an accident. When you apply pressure to…
In January, Kia Motors debuted the all-new, third generation 2019 Forte which ups its game in so many ways. Sporty and sophisticated compact with design cues inspired by Stinger Kia’s first Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) introduces new line of Smart Stream technologies designed to help increase fuel efficiency and targets an estimated 35 combined MPG…
In honor of Mother’s Day, we thought we would take a look at the ultimate Mom cars. Not all Moms are soccer Moms, and not all Moms want to drive a minivan. But, there are some things that most Moms want in a family vehicle. Adequate Passenger Space—Whether you are hauling baby and toddler gear,…
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Spearheaded by the National Safety Council (NSC), the annual event seeks to reduce accidental injury and death. More than 40,000 people were killed in auto fatalities in 2017, as many as 25, 000 of them were caused by distracted driving, a 6% increase over 2015. Just one second…
Consumer Reports recently named the best cars for seniors. The study conducted at their automotive test track has been reported on by major news outlets, automotive news, and the AARP. Kia is thrilled to have four of its vehicles designated as the “best” for seniors. They are the Forte, Soul, Sportage , and Sorento. The physical…
