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The importance of brake safety can never be understated. Here at Classic Kia, your Kia dealer serving the Kenosha, WI area, we know that every time you get behind the wheel, you need your brakes to work properly. Regular maintenance is the only way to make that happen. more The basics of the braking system rely upon the friction between your brake pads and brake discs. Where there is friction, there is going to be wear and tear. Certain factors can cause that wear and tear to intensify, such as misaligned components or dramatic quality disparities. Brakes are not parts you want to skimp on. Worn brake pads or discs are not problems that will go away if you ignore them. In fact, deterioration accelerates the worse they get. Brake pads tend to wear out more quickly and thus need to be replaced more often. While brake pads can be replaced without replacing the disc, when replacing discs, both the disc and the pads should be changed out. Furthermore, after your brake pads and discs have been replaced, it is important to allow a period for them to align properly. This involves a bit softer braking than you might be accustomed to until both parts are perfectly synced. There will be plenty of signs that your brakes need work. For example, if you hear a sound when you use your brakes, you should have them looked at. Abnormal vibration is another clear sign. If you do notice any of these signs, don’t hesitate to bring your 2017 Kia Forte into the Kia service center here at Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL. Staying on top of brake safety is vital to safe driving. If you think there’s an issue with your brakes, even if you haven’t noticed any of the symptoms listed here, please have them checked out immediately. Better safe than sorry.

SUVs are currently on the rise in the automotive industry. If you’re ready to see what all the fuss is about and you’re in the Kenosha, WI area, consider stopping by Classic Kia. As your Kia dealer in Waukegan, IL, we’d like to spotlight some of the great SUVs we have for you. more 2018 Kia Niro Sometimes the road can’t get you where you want to go. In times like these, the 2018 Kia Niro is particularly useful. Designed to be compact but still capable, the 2018 Kia Niro handles off-road driving like a pro. It helps that room to bring along things like kayaks, tents, and other camping equipment for when you do find your destination. 2018 Kia Sportage Despite their off-roading roots, setting out into the great unknown is not a prerequisite for owning an SUV. Consider the 2018 Kia Sportage. It offers room and a road presence that some drivers love. In fact, there’s actually something to liking bigger cars. Command position seating has the driver seated higher than they are in normal vehicles, which lends itself to a farther view of the road and the ability to see over obstructions. Ever try to park thinking the upcoming spot is empty only to find a smaller car there when you get closer? It’s a problem you can avoid with a higher view. 2018 Kia Sorento Then again, maybe it’s not just you that you’re worried about. If you have a large family you’ll need all the space you can get. You’ll find it in the 2018 Kia Sorento. It’s not just the room it affords, but the safety it provides as one of the larger passenger vehicles on the road. At Classic Kia, there’s a Kia SUV to fit your needs whether they are full-sized or compact. We look forward to showing you all we have to offer.

Choosing the right transmission for your needs is important. Let the experts here at Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL help you make your choice an informed one. more The choice in transmissions has become much more preference-driven in the last few years, as under-performing types of transmissions have made greater strides. A manual transmission involves the driver shifting gears themselves. While this gives the driver much more control, it is also much more work. Moreover, many people don’t actually know how to do it, and learning stick shift can be a process. In return for your efforts, you'll enjoy excellent performance, fuel-efficiency, and improved off-road ability thanks to what is known as engine braking. Your mechanic will thank you too as manual transmissions are much easier to fix. That thanks will come in the form of a smaller bill. A fully-automatic transmission is far more ubiquitous. Instead of having to shift gears manually, the transmission will do it for you. Until recently, this came at the expense of performance, control, and wasted engine energy. These problems have largely been corrected through more and more advanced technology. Therein lies the rub, however. The more advanced automatic transmissions get, the more complicated they become. The more complicated they become, the harder they are to fix. The harder they are to fix, you guessed it, the more expensive doing so becomes. With the loss of manual shifting comes the loss of engine breaking, making off-road travel a much more daunting prospect. Don’t let anyone tell you you can’t have it all though: if you want a blending of the two, the semi-automatic transmission is perfect for you. Keep control of shifting while enjoying a much simpler mechanism, or switch between the two at will with the 2018 Kia Sportage. Come to Classic Kia for versatile Kia cars with the transmission of your choice!

Labor Day is right around the corner and for many families, that means one last summer road trip. As important as the destination and the planned activities are, making sure your transportation is reliable could be most important of all. That is why we here at Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL suggest you bring your vehicle in for a pre-trip inspection. Having the peace of mind that your car is safe is priceless. more There are a lot of moving parts that go into making a car work, and at the service center at our Kia dealership near Kenosha, we make sure all of them are operating as they should be. When you think of a car inspection, there are some obvious things that need to be checked and some that are less conspicuous. The Obvious There are car maintenance standards like oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid and filter checks. These are so popular because they are so important, and because they need maintenance frequently every four or five months or so. If any one of these issues isn’t addressed before a long trip, all that driving could drastically exacerbate the problem. The Less Obvious The unsung heroes of car maintenance are hoses and belts. It doesn’t matter how much fluid you have if it can’t get where it needs to go. Belts keep the necessary parts moving as they should. Moreover, you’ll want to get your tire pressure and traction checked to make sure they are ready for the additional strain they are about to take on. At Classic Kia, we use quality parts from our Kia parts department to make sure your vehicle is ready to get you and your family where you want to be this Labor Day weekend. Have fun, stay safe, and enjoy the rest of your summer!

There are a lot of moving parts that make an automobile work. If one thing is out of whack, it can have a domino effect that will render the vehicle effectively useless. At Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL we know that one of the most intricate systems a car has is its electrical system. more With the proliferation of on-board computers, a cars electrical system is more complicated than ever. However, at the most basic level, if there's a problem with the electrical system, the vehicle may not even start. There are a few things you'll want to look out for that may be signs to bring your car into our Kia dealership service center for electrical work. Perhaps the most obvious would be that your car won't start. When you turn the key you may hear clicking or grinding noises, or nothing at all may happen. If your car does start, you may notice that your dashboard lights be dimmer of flickering, this too is an indicator that there might be a problem with your connection. If your battery appears to be in a state of disrepair, it's probably time to get a new one from our quality Gurnee Kia auto parts department. There's far more to a car's electrical system than just a battery, however. It encompasses obvious things like on-board computers, headlights, and sensors, as well as vital components such as the starter and the alternator. With all these connections, a seemingly small problem can turn into a much bigger one fairly quickly. It's best to bring your vehicle here to us at Classic Kia at the first sign of trouble. Our trained service team will diagnose the problem and get you back on the road before you know it!

Whether you're headed back to continue your studies, or about to take your first steps into collegiate life, it would be really nice to have an automobile to go with your new found autonomy. However, college students aren't exactly known for being flush with resources. That is where Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL comes in. We'd like to provide you with information on how to best allocate the resources you do have in terms of the pros and cons of buying or leasing a car as a college student. more Leasing The Good: For many, this is likely to be one of, if not your actual first car. The things you think you'd prioritize may become less important, while other things you hadn't thought of seem critical. The beauty of a lease is that it is far less impermanent an investment. If you find your first choice doesn't pan out the way you expected, you can switch to something different when your agreement is up. The Less Good: That impermanence is a bit of a double-edged sword. Because you are only paying to temporarily lease the vehicle, should you decide you love it and want to own it, your previous payments will have been essentially for nothing. Buying The Good: It may seem obvious, but ownership is the major boon of buying a car. Once it is paid off, it is yours. Visit our Kia finance department to learn more about making this option work. The Less Good: Ownership is also something of a double-edged sword. You are responsible for any and all up keep. Also, buying a car is something of a commitment. If what you need from your vehicle changes in the next 5-10 years you may have to make a switch prematurely. Whether you choose to buy or lease your new or pre-owned Kia car, visit us at Classic Kia and browse our inventory to see what you'll be riding around campus in this fall.

Are you ready for summer? Is your car? Well, ready or not, it's here. Did you know there are steps you could take to care for your car during the heat of the summer months? At Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL, we'd like to share a few of those steps with you. more Sun Shading The sun is going to be out a lot longer during the summer. While your vehicle is stationary, those sun rays are going to be beating down on it, increasing the internal temperature more than you might imagine. Think about having sunshades inserted to your windshield and rear window while your car is not in use. Not only will this help keep the temperature down, but it can help to prevent fading from overexposure to ultraviolet rays. Moreover, some models have solar panels which will help keep the battery charged. Coolant It's extremely important for you to stay cool when the mercury rises. It's also important to make sure your car stays relatively cool as well. The best way to make sure your vehicle doesn't overheat is to make sure the coolant system is in good working order. There are quite a few issues that can arise with a system as integral to the coolant system. It's a good idea to bring your car into our service center at our Kia dealership so that our professional technicians can make sure everything is tight and topped off. Additional Fluids If you're using your car, you're depleting fluids, regardless of the season. With that said, people tend to use their cars more often when the weather is nice. That makes summer an important time to make sure everything is at the level it should be, especially oil, brake, power steering, and windshield washer fluids. We keep these stocked in our Kia parts department for your convenience. Here at Classic Kia, we look forward to getting your car ready to enjoy summer while it lasts!

Tomorrow is the official start of summer and we can feel it heating up outside. If you're looking for a productive way to beat the heat, consider joining us at our Kia dealership in Waukegan, IL, and take advantage of our Kia Summer's On Us Sales Event. nextpage If you've been thinking about getting a new or pre-owned Kia vehicle, now is most certainly the time. Besides, if not now, when? Especially with deals like zero payments for five months, having your first two months on us up to $1,000, and 0 percent APR for up to 66 months. Well qualified buyers can even receive $15.16 per $1,000 on select vehicles through Kia Motors Finance. While all of that sounds great, what you really want to hear about are the cars themselves. If you're looking to lease a 2017 Kia Forte, a 2017 Kia Soul, or a 2017 Kia Optima you are definitely in luck. You can lease a 2017 Kia Forte for only $99 a month for 36 months with $635 due at inception. If you're in the market for something on the bigger side, you can lease the 2017 Kia Soul for as low as $109 a month also for 36 months, with $1690 due at inception. And finally, there's the 2017 Kia Optima, which you can lease for only $119 a month for 36 months, with just $1441 due at inception. Perhaps you want to buy one of these great vehicles outright, we've got great deals for you too. MSRP for a great 2017 Kia Soul in our inventory is $18,720. During the Kia Summer's On Us Sales Event here at Classic Kia, you can take it home for just $13,899, a saving of over $4,000. Hurry in, the event ends July 10th!

It would be great if once you bought a car you never had to worry about maintenance or replacing parts again. Unfortunately, that is not the case, as upgrading your vehicle's parts is an essential part of car ownership. At Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL, we know the best way to keep your car in top form is to replace damaged parts with factory-certified quality parts...parts you'll find in our Kia parts department. more When you come into our Kia Service Center you can expect quality parts and expert service. Even still, waiting for service can be an inconvenience to your day. To alleviate some of that inconvenience, we attempt to get your car back to you as quickly as possible. While you wait, you can enjoy our spacious waiting room. If you'd be more comfortable waiting at home, we have transportation services at your disposal. Check our Kia Parts and Service Specials page to find all of the deals and discounts you can apply toward any service you may need. If you act soon you can receive $5 off your windshield wipers. Until July 7th, take advantage of our Summer Service Special which includes an oil and filter change, tire rotation, multi-point inspection and even a complimentary car wash all for $39.95. To lighten the load further, you can receive up to $50 off on service. At Classic Kia, we are here to provide you with quality and dependable parts matched with polite and effective service. It is out\r mission to get you in and out and back going about your day in the most efficient way possible. Our expert service staff and exceptional parts department help us continually accomplish that mission.

If a price tag is the only thing keeping you out of a new car, you may want to consider financing. Financing allows you to take possession of a vehicle without paying for it all upfront. Here at Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL, we'd like to go over the basics of financing with you. The way it works is that you're actually taking out a loan for the car paying it back over time-based on agreed upon terms such as down payment amount, interest rate, monthly payment amount, and duration. These terms are created and agreed upon based on the price of the vehicle and your own personal financial situation. It is difficult to know exactly what your agreement will look like without knowing exactly what your finances look like. However, for browsing purposes and to give you a general idea, take advantage of our online Kia payment calculator. It will give you an estimate of what your payments will look like for a specific car. In order to find out what the actual agreement will look like, you'll need to provide relatively extensive information about your financial circumstances. Information like income, residence, credit score, and other assets. If your credit score is less than ideal, you may be asked for additional information such as references and proof of insurance. To get the ball rolling, feel free to fill out an application in our online Kia Finance Department. We know that this information is of a sensitive nature and that is why we take steps to ensure that it is protected. The finance experts here at Classic Kia look forward to working with you to create an agreement that will get you into a vehicle you love, with the peace of mind that you can pay for it at a pace conducive to your lifestyle.

It's about that time, summer is almost here. Have you started getting yourself ready? Have you gotten your car ready? Spring is the perfect time to shake off the winter and go in for some regular maintenance for your vehicle. It's tempting to wait for a problem before getting your car serviced, but that's a headache you may not need to give yourself. There are a few aspects in particular that need regular attention. Allow us here at Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL, to inform you about them. more Oil Change Until some kind of super oil formula is created, if you drive your vehicle regularly, it will eventually get dirty and need to be replaced. It can happen faster than you'd think, which is why the recommended time-frame is about 3 months or 3000 miles. Dirty engine oil can damage the engine, as well as have a negative effect on fuel economy. Keeping your oil clean consistently, on the other hand, can extend your car's longevity. Air Filter Similarly, a dirty air filter can have adverse effects on engine performance as well. The air filter keeps the engine clean of dirt and grime, while still letting air in. When the dirt builds up it begins to block the air flow that the engine needs. This can lead to misfires, decreased fuel economy and soot and backfires from the exhaust. If you smell gasoline when you start your car, it's a sign that your air filter may need to be replaced. These are the major diagnostic checks, but when you come into our Classic Kia Service Center our highly trained technicians will also check your wipers and tires among other things. Should we come across anything that needs to be repaired or replaced, the durable parts from our Kia parts department will help us get your vehicle back into the condition you need it to be in. Even if you don't notice anything wrong with your car, regular maintenance can help that stay the case.

Classic Kia in Waukegan, IL has a wealth of varied and dependable vehicles in our inventory so that you can find something that fits your specific needs. Part of that specificity comes in the form of the various drivetrains. We'd like to go through a brief explanation of each to make sure you know exactly what you're looking for. more Front Wheel Drive The energy created by the engine is directed to the front wheels which create a pulling effect, putting the vehicle into motion. This means that the front wheels are responsible for both guiding the vehicle as well as generating forward motion. This design leads to better fuel economy as well as improved traction in wet and slick conditions due to the fact that weight is often consolidated to the front of an automobile. Rear Wheel Drive Where FWD vehicles are effectively pulled by the front tires, with RWD the car is propelled forward by the rear wheels, creating a pushing effect. RWD is often considered to be a more thrilling driving experience as the front wheels are left free to simply guide the vehicle. 4 Wheel Drive 4WD is usually a mode the car can be put in in which all the wheels of the vehicle work together. This mode is most often used for offroading. When 4WD is not in use the car will most likely revert back to RWD. All Wheel Drive While AWD does use all 4 wheels to move the car, the difference is that AWD only engages 2 at a time instead of all 4. This makes for an adaptive ride, good for regular driving conditions, poor weather and difficult terrain. This, unfortunately, comes at the expense of some fuel economy and acceleration. 2017 Kia Sorento models are available in AWD. At Classic Kia we're here to help you find what you need, whether you come in person, or check out our online Kia showroom.