When Will You Know It’s Time For Brakes?

Brake pads typically wear gradually, so for some it may be difficult to readily notice a decline in performance. Below are some common signs you should look out for, as they can signal that your brake system needs repair/replacement.

Click the link to watch an informative video on common sources of excessive wear to your brakes and what you can do to prevent your braking system from wearing down too much.

What Should You Expect From Your Battery?

Most batteries go for thousands of miles without service. However, everyday driving conditions — such as climate and driving habits — can affect the life of your battery. If you still have your original battery or feel a sluggish start from time to time, it may be a good idea to come in for battery inspection and testing.

Factors that can shorten your battery’s life are:

When Will You Know It’s Time For New Tires?

All tires eventually need to be replaced. We’ll let you know when you need new ones. If you’re thinking of going to a big box store for your tire needs, you may want to think again. At Oakes Kia our Kia experts help make your tire replacement easy, convenient, cost-effective, and specific to your needs.

Our factory-trained technicians will first check your tire tread depth and pressure. If it’s determined that you need replacement tires, our experts will help find the set that is right for your Kia. Here are some reasons to buy tires from us:

• We will have the right tires for your Kia model
• Our tire prices are competitive
• Your tires will be expertly installed by factory-trained technicians
• We stock high quality, name brand tires including: Hankook, Kumho, Goodyear, Nexen, Michelin, Dunlop, Yokohama, and more
• All eligible tires come with 24-month road hazard coverage
• Our dealership is a convenient one-stop shop for all of your vehicle’s needs

When Will You Know It’s Time For New Wipers?

You’ll know it’s time to replace your wiper blades when you see these signs of wear:

• Cracked, split, torn, brittle, worn
• Chatter, streak, or fail to wipe cleanly

Wiper blades tend to wear evenly, so even if only one blade appears worn, the other isn’t far behind. You should replace both wiper blades at the same time.