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The new 2024 Kia Sorento is an exciting new SUV now available at Bob Utter Kia in Sherman, TX. 

The EV9 is Hyundai's latest entry into the electric vehicle market. Kia released it as part of the 2024 lineup, so it's fresh off the production line. 

Your tires may look fine if you take a casual look at them. If you closely examine your tires, you may notice that they may not be in as good of shape as you thought. You may not have detected any changes in how your vehicle performs when driving around the Plano area. Yet, you have been driving on the tires on your vehicle for a long time. You may have a good reason to worry.

Buying a used car can be a smart and cost-effective way to travel for the long-term, as long as you buy your used car from a reputable source. You have a variety of choices around Sherman, TX, and we encourage you to buy a used car from Bob Utter Kia. We take great pride in the used cars we sell and how much effort gets put into restoring each one, where needed. We want to guarantee quality-assurance now, and in the future, so we take the time to ensure each of our sed cars is front line-ready. 

Here at Bob Utter Kia we want to help you recognize the warning signs of a fuel pump problem. Your fuel pump is critical to the operation of your car. The fuel system gets gas from the tank to the engine. If it fails, you could be left stranded. The good news is that there are indicators that may help you spot a faulty fuel pump.

One of the first things you will notice is a loss of power at high speeds. Driving fast puts more stress on the pump, and you may notice that the engine sputters or races…

It's easy to neglect your car when you're dealing with the chaos of going back to school. At Bob Utter Kia, we want to make sure that you get your car ready so that it's prepared for all of the added miles. When you're in Sherman, our service center will take good care of you.

The first thing you want to do is familiarize yourself with the preventative maintenance schedule for your vehicle. This can be found in your owner's manual. It will tell you about when you should be scheduling oil changes, transmission flushes…

Does your car sit in the garage most of the time? If so, you should still change the oil by the date recommended by the manufacturer, even if you haven't racked up the miles. The truth about oil is that not only does it decay with use, but it also decays with time. Here at Bob Utter Kia, we are here to make sure your vehicle is always serviced at the time it needs to happen so that your car will run smoother and longer for the life of the vehicle. The life of your car solely depends on…

We here at Bob Utter Kia want to see to it that you get the most out of your vehicle. This means regularly taking care of it so that it will last as long as expected. One of the best ways to do this is to regularly wash your vehicle and, more specifically, clean your wheels and tires as well.

So, what are a few tips to get this done effectively? The first is to become informed what material your wheels are made of. This will help you select the proper cleaner. If you select the wrong cleaner, it can…

Exhaust systems are designed to carry noxious gases and fumes away from the engine and out through the tailpipe. If a leak in the system occurs, the harmful toxins may enter the vehicle's cabin, which endangers all of the occupants. For exhaust leaks or any type of mechanical malfunction, consult with our Bob Utter Kia technicians for assistance.

Hissing or popping noises while the engine runs is a symptom of an exhaust problem. Check for scorched paint next to the ports on the cylinder head. Spark plug wires and boots might also appear burned. There might be a high-pitched…

Your car's tires are vital for the proper functioning of your vehicle. If you have bad tires, it can lead to a blowout and an accident. When your tires need to be replaced, you will notice certain signs on your tires.

One of the most important signs that your tires need to be replaced is the tread depth of the tires. If your tires' tread depth is less than 2/32 of an inch, you need to get your tires replaced quickly. You also need to look for bad wear patterns in the tread. If the tire tread is…