Thanksgiving is only one week away and if you’ll be hitting the road for your turkey dinner, you won’t be the only one! Expect traffic during your holiday travel, but pair that with poor weather conditions, and it could get messy. Avoid that headache with some helpful fall/winter driving tips and make sure you and your family travel safe this holiday season! If your vehicle is in need of service before you hit the road, be sure to schedule a service appointment and our service team will get your ride in tip-top shape in no time!
Driving Tips:
- Avoid driving while you’re fatigued.
- Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
- Make certain your tires are properly inflated.
- Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.
- If possible, avoid using your parking brake in cold, rainy, and snowy weather.
- Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface (wet, ice, sand).
- Always look and steer where you want to go.
- Use your seat belt every time you get into your vehicle.
Long-Distance Driving Tips:
- Watch Weather Reports
- Service your vehicle before hitting the road
- Keep at least half a tank at all times
- If you become snow-bound, stay with your vehicle. It provides temporary shelter and makes it easier for rescuers to locate you.
- Tie a brightly colored cloth to the antenna or place a cloth at the top of a rolled-up window to signal distress, if needed.
- Make sure the exhaust pipe isn’t clogged with snow, ice, or mud if you slide off the road
Tips For Driving In The Snow:
- Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for gaining traction and avoiding skids.
- Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Accelerating, stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as on dry pavement. Give yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly.
- The normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds should be increased to eight to ten seconds
- Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop is threshold braking.
- Don’t stop if you can avoid it.
- Don’t stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road.
- Make it know what kind of driving assistance you have (AAA, Roadside Assistance, etc.)
Take on bold new adventures behind the wheel of the brand-new 2023 Kia Soul! This feisty CUV has upgraded, race-inspired design details, a suite of advanced safety features, and all the latest entertainment technology you could ask for! Fun and functionality go hand in hand with the Soul’s 147 HP engine, up to 35 MPG, and its efficient intelligent variable transmission! Tap into all your favorite apps with standard Apple® CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and keep your phone at full charge with an available wireless charger, in addition to multiple connected charging ports! The 2023 Kia Soul upholds Kia’s rank as #1 in Vehicle Dependability– according to J.D. Power’s 2022 Vehicle Dependability Study– thanks to its advanced safety technology. Ready to take to the road behind the wheel of your very own 2023 Kia Soul? Choose from four available trims– the Soul LX, Soul S, Soul GT-Line, and Soul EX– and find the right ride for your drive!
The King Kia of Laurel team can’t wait to treat you like royalty, so stop by our dealership at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, and explore our available inventory of 2023 Kia Souls!
Looking for a great pre-owned ride at an incredibly affordable price? King Kia of Laurel has you covered! We have OVER 60 vehicles for you to choose from, so you’re sure to find the perfect one for your needs. Plus, our team is committed to providing excellent customer service, so you can count on us to walk you through every step of the car buying experience from exploring trim options to the financing process. Stop by the King Kia of Laurel dealership at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, today and let our dedicated team give you the royal treatment!
King Kia’s Available Pre-Owned Inventory:
2016 KIA FORTE KOUP EX
- Mileage: 24,821 Miles
- Today’s Price: $15,988*
2018 KIA SPORTAGE LX
- Mileage: 24,220 Miles
- Today’s Price: $20,788*
2020 KIA SORENTO LX
- Mileage: 76,165 Miles
- Today’s Price: $22,488*
2021 KIA K5 GT-LINE
- Mileage: 22,216 Miles
- Today’s Price: $29,988*
And MANY MORE!!!
* See our Pre-Owned Inventory Page for full offer details!
SPOOOOKY Service Specials Inside! | Laurel, MD
Looking for some great savings on Kia service & parts this October? Look no further, the team right here at King Kia of Laurel has just what you need! Whether your Kia is in need of minor service like a new filter or something a bit more extensive like a coolant flush– get your maintenance done for less at King Kia of Laurel! Check out our service specials below, head over to our page to claim your must-have coupon, and schedule your service appointment today to enjoy these amazing new savings! We hope to see you and your Kia soon!
King Kia Of Laurel’s October Service Specials:
Essential Full Synthetic
- $20.00 OFF
Power Steering Fluid Service
- For Only $129.95*
Coolant Flush Special
- For Only $159.95*
Brake Special
- Receive $50.00 Instant Rebate*
Transmission Fluid Exchange Service
- $265.00 After Instant Rebate*
Breathe Easy Filter Package
- For Only $99.95*
And MANY MORE!
* All Offers Expire 10/31/2022. See our Service & Parts Specials Page for full offer details.
Would you admit it if you were a bad driver? What if you practiced poor driving habits, would you admit that? Probably not and we don’t blame you. But this week we’re here to help you decipher those poor driving habits and why it’s important to shake those out of your system this October! And if you’re in need of upgrading and starting fresh in a brand-new 2022 or 2023 Kia, the team at King Kia in Laurel, MD is here to assist you with all of your vehicle needs. Stop by our dealership at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, to test drive a Kia today!
5 Dangerous Driving Habits To Avoid:
Using your cellphone while behind the wheel.
- We know it might be difficult to ignore your phone when you’re behind the wheel, but it’s essential to your safety that you keep your eyes on the road ahead. Distracted driving has become an increasingly important issue, more states have cracked down on the usage of a mobile device when driving.
Driving with headphones on.
- Listening to music coming through your vehicle’s radio can be distracting enough. Now add headphones to your ears. This is shutting out important vehicle and road noises that may be key indicators that something is wrong.
Changing lanes without signaling.
- Whether you’re in heavy traffic or not – it’s important to signal when you’re turning or changing lanes. Drivers need to know your intentions. Don’t be lazy, turn your blinker on and be a good driver.
Tailgating
- Following a vehicle too close while not paying close enough attention is a recipe for disaster. And can even result in a ticket. Keep at least one car length behind and stay safe.
Not wearing a seatbelt
- Click it or ticket. It’s pretty simple and it keeps you safe. According to NHTSA—at least 27 million Americans still don’t buckle up yet seatbelts saved almost 14,000 lives in 2015 alone. So do us a favor, buckle up.
Fall has finally arrived, and if you’re anything like the team here at King Kia of Laurel, you can’t wait to get your spook on this Halloween! Choosing a costume, carving pumpkins, and queuing up all your favorite horror movies is one way to get into the spirit! But, King Kia of Laurel has a couple of tips to help you really take your Halloween experience to the next level! Bring the spooky spirit wherever you go by decorating your vehicle! Take a look at our tips below and enjoy your all-hallows eve in style this year!
King Kia of Laurel’s Halloween Decorating Tips:
Driver safety should be your top priority.
- While decorating your ride should be fun and freaky– if you plan to keep driving it through the season make sure your decorations are safe for both you and the drivers around you. Keep your lines of vision clear, refrain from hanging items from your interior and exterior mirrors, and secure any outside fixtures tightly!
DIY decorations to save some money
- You don’t have to put a dent in your wallet to decorate your ride! If you’re feeling creative, you can make many of your decorations with household items like construction paper, cardboard, and styrofoam! Plus it’s a great activity to keep the kids busy on the weekend!
Match your car’s decor to your costume!
- The duo costume possibilities are endless! Make your ride into the ultimate prop to really make your Halloween POP!
We here at King Kia of Laurel know how hard inflation prices on groceries, gas, and more have affected your budget. You may even feel as if your dream car is out of reach! Well, think again! King Kia of Laurel has a large variety of pre-owned vehicles for awesomely affordable prices! Check out all of the sedans, SUVs, pickups, and more that are available to be driven off of our lots today! Take a look at some of our pre-owned offers below, and if one catches your eye, schedule your test drive at King Kia!
King Kia’s Available Pre-Owned Inventory:
2013 Kia Optima LX
- Mileage: 88,117
- Today’s Price: $11,688*
2014 Kia Sportage SX
- Mileage: 54,793
- Today’s Price: $18,288*
2020 Kia Sorento LX
- Mileage: 76,165
- Today’s Price: $22,888*
2020 Kia Soul GT-Line Turbo
- Mileage: 18,259
- Today’s Price: $27,688*
And MANY MORE!!!
* See our Pre-Owned Inventory Page for full offer details!
Kick-off this September Football season right with these exceptional offers from King Kia of Laurel! Our friendly and knowledgeable sales staff have the playbook and expertise to get you the brand-new 2022 or 2023 Kia you’re looking for! And our expert squad of service professionals will keep your vehicle in the game and on the road! Visit our showroom at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707 for a test drive, or check out our inventory online and find the perfect Kia for your drive! Our dealership of dedicated, friendly professionals can’t wait to show you why we’re a winning team!
Summer is really starting to wind down, but there’s still time to take the family on another adventure! And what fun would a family trip be without the WHOLE family– furry friend included!Today is national dog day which means it’s the perfect time to plan your next getaway with your pup! Is it starting to feel a bit too packed in your car with the kids, all the adventure accessories, and your dog? Well don’t worry, King Kia of Laurel has spacious, modern, and stylish SUV options for you to choose from! Upgrade to a 2022 or 2023 Kia SUV model today and take on your next trip with the confidence that you’ll have everything you need- including man’s best friend!
Browse our available inventory online and come into King Kia of Laurel at 14921 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 20707, for your test drive today!
Tune In To Watch The 2023 Kia EV6 GT’s Live Reveal During Monterey Car Week | Laurel, MD
Kias has mastered the combination of fuel efficiency and speed in the brand new 2023 Kia EV6 GT! And if you tune in to Kia’s live reveal via their youtube page tomorrow, August 19th at 11:50am you could be one of the first to experience this groundbreaking model! This zero-emission race inspired ride boasts 577 horsepower across its two motors, which delivers a 0-60mph time in just over 3 seconds. Enjoy an incredible 240 mile range on full charge and take your EV6 GT’s all the way up to 161 mph with precise capability while in drift mode! So, grab your popcorn, get comfortable, and prepare to get a glimpse of the latest and greatest model Kia has to offer!
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