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If you're a parent, you've likely heard the well-known refrain, "Are we there yet?" Children are famous for saying this on car rides, and it can become frustrating for even the most patient parents. At Bob Utter Kia, we want to help you keep your sanity by providing you with a few games that you can easily play with your children while you're on a long road trip.

The classic game, "I Spy," is an activity that preschoolers to adults will surely find entertaining for long periods of time, and the premise is simple. 

The little light that comes on in your car that looks like an exclamation mark is letting you know that the pressure in at least one of your tires is lower than normal. This doesn't mean that you have a flat tire. The light could come on because it's colder outside.

Your tire pressure light could come on because of a malfunction in the sensor or because the sensor itself is not operating properly. You can visit Bob Utter Kia to have someone examine the sensor to see if it's still working. 

 

After an automobile is severely scratched, you can correct the problem by implementing advanced touch-up procedures. This job will require various supplies, which are available at most hardware stores.

In order to make a scratched car stand out following a touch-up job, you must apply paint that matches the old shade. You can figure out the correct paint tone by getting the factory color code for your automobile. This code is usually listed on the dash or in the owner's manual. During the prep phase, use a 220-grit sand paper to remove any rust that has generated around the…

You might enjoy an occasional unexpected visitor to your home, but you wouldn't want an animal visitor in your garage. Rodents underneath the hood of your car can cause serious damage to your electrical wiring, and the materials that they bring inside can even cause a fire when the engine heats up. If you think you might have an unexpected visitor that's decided to make a home near your engine, try these tips to keep them away.

Making the underneath of your hood an unpleasant space can deter rodents from entering in the first place. 

 

Each year, one or two manufacturers have to issue what is called a 'recall'. This recall is basically a public announcement that there is something concerning going on with a certain make and model of vehicle that is currently on the road. The problem often has to do with safety in some form. It is important that once you receive the notification for recall, you contact your local dealership to find out what steps you need to take in order for your vehicle to be repaired.

A recall repair will not cost you anything. You'll just need to make…

When a battery is used in places that have extreme conditions, its power cells can develop energy inefficiencies. If you want to protect a car battery in a practical and efficient way, you'll need a strong defensive strategy that focuses on temperature management.

Within a standard car battery, there is a chamber that holds lead acid. This acid substance performs well in many environments that have reasonable temperatures. However, when the temperature around a lead acid battery is too hot or cold, performance problems will occur.  

Winter driving can be more difficult and hazardous than in the other seasons. We at Bob Utter Kia want you to stay safe on the road this winter season. The following tips can help you stay safe on the road in the winter.

Before you head out, make sure your tires are properly inflated. Sudden drops in temperatures can deflate your tires. If it is freezing outside, make sure you keep enough gas in the tank to prevent gas line freezing. Try to keep at least one half of the tank full during freezing conditions.