Does Your Kia Need New Tires? Some Advice from Your Kia Dealer

If you're wondering if the 2024 Kia Forte is the right choice for you, then it's time to get to know the Forte's five trim levels. These trims are the LX, LXS, GT-Line, GT, and GT Manual. more LX In the LX trim, you'll find woven cloth seat trim comfortable for all five passengers, solar control glass to keep it cooler inside on sunny days, a convenient USB charging port in the front, and four speakers to enjoy your road trip playlists. Tap into technological convenience with an 8-inch touchscreen display, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth wireless technology with hands-free connectivity. LXS The LXS trim level offers the same standard features as the LX trim, including Kia Drive Wise Technologies like Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, and Rear Occupant Alert. In addition to these convenient standard features, the LXS has 60/40 split folding rear seats and Soft-touch door trim for a classy look. Find the perfect exterior color for your style with seven options, including colors like Deep Sea Blue and Currant Red. GT-Line The GT-Line trim steps up the sportiness of your Forte with a leather-wrapped gear shift knob and steering wheel, alloy sport pedals, and Sport Seats with SynTex and cloth seat trim. Passengers will enjoy dual-zone automatic climate control, Pre-cooling and heating through the Kia Access app (only found in the GT-Line and GT trim), and a six-speaker audio system. Additional technological convenience is found in the 10.25-inch touchscreen display with navigation, remote start, and a smart trunk. The smart trunk allows you to stand behind it with your smart key, and it will open for you. GT The GT trim has the above-mentioned standard features but adds a few of its own. Rear passengers will enjoy the added convenience of rear A/C vents and a rear USB charging port. The driver and front passenger have illuminated sun visors and there is a convenient wireless phone charger. Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters are a standard feature only found in this trim level. GT Manual The GT Manual is the final trim level, and it comes with all of the mentioned standard features and adds a cherry on top with a few exciting features of its own. In this trim level, you'll enjoy Sport Seats with SynTex trim, heated front seats, LED interior lighting, and music played over eight speakers. For a final feature of comfort and luxury, you'll find a tilt and sliding sunroof. You're sure to find the perfect fit for you in one of these five trim levels of the Kia Forte. Contact us at Randy Marion Kia in Salisbury, NC for more information on the Kia Forte trim level waiting for you.

Motor oil is the lifeblood of your car's engine. The oil must be kept fresh and in tip-top condition to keep your engine fully lubricated, clean, and corrosion-free. Read on to find out the optimal oil change intervals for your car. If in doubt, you can visit your local Kia dealer for expert guidance and to arrange a convenient oil change schedule. more Check Your Owner's Manual In most cases, oil should be changed at least twice a year. However, there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to oil changes. As such, the first place to look should be in your owner's manual. Follow whatever oil type and change intervals are recommended for your particular model. Keep Your Powertrain Warranty Valid If you have a valid warranty, you'll need to maintain a certain maintenance and oil change schedule to make sure you don't void the warranty's conditions. A warranty's servicing stipulations are there for a reason; if you stick to them, you're sure to keep your car's engine in great condition while enjoying the peace of mind a warranty provides. Consider Your Usual Driving Habits Always take your regular daily driving conditions into account when deciding how frequently to change your oil. Driving habits make a big difference to how rapidly motor oil wears down. One common example of more severe driving habits is regular short drives of under five miles. If you mostly use your car for very short trips, you're putting a great deal of strain on the engine and oil, which isn't given time to fully warm up. Other examples include the regular use of particularly dusty, dirty, sandy, or salty roads, which increases the volume of contaminants that get into the oil. Towing trailers for long distances, prolonged driving at low speeds, and extreme heat can all cause motor oil to wear down faster. If any of these conditions reflect your regular driving, consider having your oil changed three or four times a year. Book Routine Oil Changes With Your Kia Dealer The best way to know for sure how often to change your oil is with the guidance of a trusted technician. A technician can discuss your usual driving habits with you and determine an ideal interval for your car. If you book routine oil changes with us, we'll send you courteous reminders whenever you have an upcoming oil change. That way, you'll never accidentally forget to refresh your oil, and your engine will stay safe from excessive wear and tear. Have your oil changed today at Randy Marion Kia in Salisbury, NC. We're a local full-service Kia dealership offering a broad range of excellent vehicles, competitive deals, and high-quality customer care.

Good tires are one of your vehicle's first lines of defense, but your tires take a beating every time you're on the road, so it's important to maintain them and replace them when it's time. But how can you tell when it's time to schedule a Kia tire service at your Kia dealer? more Your Tire Treads Are Worn With repeated use, the treads on your tires will eventually wear down, reducing the traction you have on the road. When your treads wear down to 1/16 of an inch or less, it's time to buy replacement tires. Some tires have built-in wear indicator bars that make it easy to tell when replacement tires are in order. We also check out your tires each time your vehicle is in the shop and can make a recommendation about the proper timing for a new set of tires. But the penny test is a great at-home way of testing your tread depths yourself. Simply place a penny in your tread with Lincoln's head facing toward the center of the wheel. If you can see Lincoln's entire head, you still have enough tread left to safely drive. Your Tires Have Visible Signs of Wear or Damage Cracks in the sidewalls or bulges in the outer rubber surface of your tires are both signs that you need new tires. These blemishes sometimes develop as a result of exposure to heat or the salt and chemicals your tires encounter over time on roads. Hitting a pothole or brushing the curb can also cause tire bulges and blisters. These signs of wear indicate weak spots and damage, and they can put you at risk of leaks and tire failure. Your Tires Frequently Lose Pressure Tires lose pressure from time to time, but if your tires are consistently experiencing air pressure issues, you may have a small puncture that needs repair. Our service department can easily check your tire pressure, and if you want to keep an eye on it yourself, you might keep an inexpensive tire gauge on hand. If you've got a punctured tire, our team can make a recommendation about whether to repair the tire or replace it. Your Tires Are Old New tires usually last anywhere from three to five years. If you drive frequently, or at high speeds, they might need to be replaced sooner than that. If you can't remember when you last purchased new tires, check with our service department to see what our records show. Our Kia-trained technicians can repair your tires and advise you when it's time to purchase a replacement set. When it's time to schedule your next service appointment, come see us at Randy Marion Kia in Salisbury, NC.