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Lion Country Kia knows that you want to keep your vehicle in nice shape. Unfortunately, many don't always have the time to give the car the thorough cleaning that it really needs. When you are pressed for time, there are some quick ways that you can make your car clean and nice.

On the inside, pick up all of the loose objects that you can. Throw out bottles and cans. Pick up and throw away loose papers. Make sure to dump out the coin tray and any of the car's side pocket storage areas. You can take out…

Keeping your car cleaned is just one way to extend its usable life. What many people fail to realize is that it is equally important to also wash your wheels and tires to ensure a buildup of dirt and grime don't eat away at them. That is why our team of maintenance experts at Lion Country Kia located right here in State College want to make sure you know a few tips about washing your wheels.

First, it is important to remember that you should always fully wash one wheel at a time instead of washing all four at…

Hydroplaning is the cause of serious and even fatal accident every year. Hydroplaning is caused when a car's tires lose their grip on a wet roadway. Tires end up slipping and skidding when hydroplaning. There are a number of strategies you need to employ as a means of lessening the odds of hydroplaning.

Keep your tires inflated all the time at a proper pressure. Rotate tires as recommended. Replace worn tires in a timely manner. These are all important elements of lowering the odds of hydroplaning.

Other tactics to employ to prevent hydroplaning include lowering speed when facing inclement…

Some people don't use all-season tires. They put a separate set of tires on their vehicles in the summer and winter. Some try to drive on their set of winter tires all year long. There are a couple of reasons why this isn't a good idea.

Winter tires are specifically designed to grip the road better in cold and wet conditions. In the summer, the hot and dry roads tend to cause winter tires to wear down quicker than summer tires. If you use winter tires in the summer, they won't last as long as they should…

A tire blowout often hits you unexpectedly. You probably will not have much fun trying to change a tire on the side of the road. To help prevent these unexpected yet preventable blowouts from occurring, here are some things to look for to keep your tires and your car up and running.

One of the most common reasons for blowouts is underinflated tires. If you are driving around on tires with low air pressure, it will not be long before one of your tires fail. Check your tire pressure every few weeks, especially if you live in colder climates. Tires…

Going on a road trip can be one of the most exciting ways to see the country. At Lion Country Kia, we want to make sure you make the most of your time on the road. With a few tips, you can take a trip for less.

Start off by planning out your money. Your budget needs to include everything from gas money to lodging. You don’t want to leave out money for the various sightseeing that’s going to happen along the way, too. You can save quite a bit of money by packing some of your own…

Driving in the rain is probably a lot more dangerous and risky than you think. There are a lot of things that you are going to have to do differently on a rainy road. However, safety starts before you get on the road. You are also going to have to check your vehicle so that it can remain safe.

While how you drive is a large factor in your safety, other drivers are also a factor. For one thing, it is important for a driver to be able to see everything so that he can avoid crashing. Therefore, you should…

When you notice that your battery is dead, there are some steps to make it a little easier to charge it instead of waiting until you can get to Lion Country Kia for a new one. Your battery needs to be in good condition in order for it to be recharged. If it's not, then you're likely going to need to get one that's new.

A trickle charger is an option if you want a steady flow of electricity to go to your battery. This is an option to consider if you have some time to spend…

When you decide to tow a camper, there a few things that you have to consider. The first is how well your car or truck will tow a trailer or camper. To figure out the towing capacity of your vehicle, you can look in the owner's manual to find the rating. However, you also want to calculate the total towing weight, which includes the camper and any addition things that you store inside of it for your trip.

A powerful hitch package can help your truck tow larger campers. You want to make sure that your truck has the…

When considering whether to buy winter tires or not, you have to think about all of the advantages and disadvantages of winter tires. If you live in a snowy area, then you are definitely going to benefit from winter tires. Otherwise, you may want to stick with all-season tires.

One of the reasons that winter tires are so effective on snow and ice is that it has flexible rubber grips the road well compared to the all-season tires. While they are good for keeping the vehicle under control for the winter, they will wear out quickly when the spring comes…