Hit the road, Jack! Are you ready to head out this spring and the beginning of summer for a road trip that won’t leave you disappointed? The team at King Kia is here to help with that! With our 25 song playlist, these songs will pump you up, get things started, and have you singing the entire way. Of course, safety is most important and we strongly encourage you to set up your entertainment and playlists before heading out on the open road! And once you’re set with that, schedule an appointment with our team to have your vehicle serviced or if you’re ready to slip behind the wheel of a brand new Kia altogether, you know right here to find your favorite Kia team! We look forward to working with you – we hope to see you soon!
25 Songs For Your Summer Playlist:
Living on a Prayer– Bon Jovi
Footloose– Kenny Loggins
One of these Nights– The Eagles
Born to be Wild– Steppenwolf
Nothing but a Good Time- Poison
Don’t Stop Believing– Journey
Paradise City– Guns N’ Roses
American Pie– Don Mclean
Take me to Church– Hozier
Hold Back the River– James Bay
Shut Up & Dance– Walk the Moon
Happy– Pharell Williams
Mr Brightside– The Killers
If I had you– Adam Lambert
All the Small Things– Blink 182
Rolling in the Deep– Adele
Waking Up in Vegas– Katy Perry
Call Me Maybe– Carly Rae Jepsen
U and Ur Hand– Pink!
Part of Me– Katy Perry
Shake it Off– Taylor Swift
Man! I Feel like a woman– Shania Twain
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun– Cyndi Lauper
Every Day is a Winding Road– Sheryl Crow
Take me Home, Country Roads– John Denver
We’re headed straight for the summer season and in a few short weeks, it’ll be June which means you’re most likely going to be adventuring the open road. Before you hit the road, we want you to stop in and service your vehicle with the team right here at King Kia. If you can’t remember the last time your vehicle was serviced, it’s more than likely that it’s time for a health check. And this May, you can get all of your services done FOR LESS thanks to some pretty great service incentives waiting for you below. Don’t see what your Kia needs? Don’t stress – head on over to our specials page and get access to more specials. And don’t forget to schedule your appointment online today – it’s time to service, let’s get started!
Service Offers:
Deluxe Car Wash & Disinfect
- Only $35.00*
Deluxe Car Wash & Full Disinfect
- Only $149.95*
Exterior Wash & Disinfect
- No Charge*
The Essentials Special
- Only $59.95*
Engine Air Filter or Cabin Air Filter Replacement
- Only $39.95*
Four-Wheel Alignment
- Only $99.95* with purchase & installation of 4 tires
Power Steering Fluid Service
- Only $129.95*
*All offers expire 5/31/2021. See specials page for full details.
Are you ready to upgrade your ride this spring season?! We don’t blame you! It’s the best time of year to slip behind the wheel of a brand new Kia and take a springtime adventure! From sedans to SUVs to hybrid models, there’s something for everyone to fall in love with right here at King Kia! We hope you’ll put our new May offers to good use and stop in to see our team for a test drive! It’s time to upgrade – stop in and let our team help you select the perfect Kia for your future adventures!
May Kia Offers:
2021 Kia Sportage LX
- Buy for only $20,999*
2020 Kia Rio S
- Buy for only $13,995*
2020 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid LXS
- Buy for only $24,999*
2020 Kia Niro Touring
- Buy for only $23,599*
2020 Kia Niro EV EX Premium
- Buy for only $39,499*
*Offers expire 5/31/2021. See dealer for full details.
Tips For An Easy Road Trip! | Gaithersburg, MD
Ready to hit the road this spring?! We don’t blame you – it’s the perfect time to get out and explore the open road. But before you go, we want to share a few helpful tips to help you conquer the road. We encourage you to browse all of those tips below and be sure to schedule a service appointment with our team online or over the phone today to give you greater peace of mind that your vehicle is prepared and in proper working condition!
Clean your ride before & during the trip
- From top to bottom, give your vehicle a little TLC cleaning. Give it a wash, vacuum, and be sure to throw out any unnecessary items, wrappers, receipts, etc. You’ll regret not cleaning out your vehicle before hitting the road, trust us.
Check in on your vehicle
- Before leaving for your trip, we encourage you to have our service team look over your vehicle to ensure things are in proper working order. From your fluid levels, brakes, tires, and anything else that can cause an issue, it’s important to make sure you’re ready to handle any situation.
Have a backup plan
- It’s always important when road tripping to have a backup plan, whether it’s additional options to stop and grab gas, to stay or eat, or additional routes to take, it’s important to be able to change your plans on-the-fly if issues arise along the way.
Preload entertainment options
- While the radio is a great entertainment option, crossing state lines and towns might cause issues with select stations. We encourage you to preload music, podcast, and additional entertainment options that might keep you engaged during the drive. We also recommend bringing a phone charger to keep your phone charged at all times.
Join a roadside assist service
- While we hope you won’t be needing this, having roadside assistance is a great way to stay safe if things go south during your trip. Having access to these services will save you a lot of trouble and we recommend it greatly!
Fuel Saving Tips Your Kia Wants! | Gaithersburg, MD
Can you believe we’re already halfway through April?! It’s hard to believe and if you’ve yet to take your first road trip of the season because of fuel mileage issues, we’re here ready to rescue you and your Kia! This week, we have put together a helpful list of 10 fuel-saving tips that will help you get the most out of your vehicle and fuel tank this spring! We encourage you to check out all of those details below and when you’re ready, schedule your service appointment online today to get the A+ grade on your vehicle before hitting the road! We look forward to working with you and your Kia – see you soon!
10 Fuel Saving Tips
- Keep your tires properly inflated at correct PSI levels
- Replace spark plugs early to save on fuel
- Replace/ check your air and cabin filters each time you get an oil change
- Always ensure that your vehicle is properly aligned
- Avoid hard acceleration in stop-and-go situations
- Keep your speed close to 55 MPH on highways to maximize efficiency
- Keep an eye on warning lights on your dashboard and assess properly
- Check for brake drag which can reduce your mileage
- Replace a failing thermostat
- Replace oxygen sensors before they go bad & cost you in fuel
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to upgrade into a brand new Kia from your favorite Kia team at King Kia! With amazing new offers at great prices, we guarantee you will fall in love with a brand new Kia this April. We encourage you to browse those options below, browse our inventory for additional details, and get pre-approved online before stopping in to see our team. We know your time is valuable and we want to get you in and out as soon as possible. So, select your offer and schedule your appointment online today – we look forward to working with you and we hope to see you soon!
April Offers:
2021 Kia Sportage LX
- Buy for only $20,899*
2021 Kia Seltos S
- Buy for only $18,999*
2021 Kia Soul LX
- Buy for only $14,999*
2021 Kia Forte LXS
- Buy for only $14,499*
2020 Kia Niro EV EX Premium
- Buy for only $39,499*
*Offers expire 4/30/2021. See dealer for full details.
Can you believe we’re already into April?! It’s been a crazy year and we know you might be ready to get out and explore all that the area has to offer and with temperatures climbing, it’s the perfect time. But before you get out and hit the road, we hope you’ll stop in to service your Kia to ensure there are no road bumps, blocks or issues along the way! This week we have put together a small list of our current service incentives that will help you get in and out without shelling out tons of cash! We encourage you to find something that works for your vehicle below and get more offers on our specials page. Once you’ve found something to treat your Kia to, print the coupon, and be sure to schedule your service appointment online or over the phone today! We look forward to working with your Kia and hope to see you real soon right here at King Kia!
April Service Offers:
Deluxe Car Wash & Disinfect
- Only $35.00*
Deluxe Car Wash & Full Disinfect
- Only $149.95*
Exterior Wash & Disinfect
- No Charge*
The Essentials Special
- Only $59.95*
Brake Fluid Service
- Only $149.95*
Four-Wheel Alignment
- Only $99.95* with purchase & installation of 4 tires
Power Steering Fluid Service
- Only $129.95*
*All offers expire 4/30/2021. See specials page for full details.
April showers bring May flowers but they also bring driving tips! This week we are diving deep into being behind the wheel when the rain starts to fall. And a few things you should be paying attention to even before you hit the road too! Check out these tips below, contact our team for a service appointment, and let’s conquer the weather this spring. And don’t forget to dust off those rain boots, we’re sure you will need them! We hope to see you soon!
Wait Until The Weather Clears
- If you don’t feel comfortable behind the wheel during rain showers, postpone your travels and wait until the weather clears before heading out. There is no reason to put yourself in dangerous situations if not necessary.
Double Check Your Vehicle
- It’s important to check your vehicle’s health year-round, but when it comes to April showers, we want to be looking for specific things. For example, we need to check our head and tail lights, windshield wipers, and our tires to ensure they’re not balding. Bald tires can reduce traction on wet roadways.
Slow It Down
- As you should always adhere to the posted speed limit, when the roadway is wet, this is crucial. We encourage you to drive considerably slower since wet roads are dangerous and your vehicle reacts slower when it rains.
Maintain A Safe Distance Between Cars
- As we said above, your vehicle reacts slower when it rains so it’s important to give yourself a little extra space between vehicles. You should leave several car lengths between you and the vehicle you are following.
Avoid Standing Water
- Driving your vehicle through standstill water can cause hydroplaning and other dangerous situations for your vehicle. If you approach a puddle, wait for other vehicles to pass and avoid the area by changing lanes or steering around.
Spring checking in – are you ready for an adventure? We thought so! And we’re ready to help you get ready for all of those springtime adventures. That all starts right here on our blog and this week we are discussing all things air filters. And if you haven’t swapped those babies out in a while, it’s definitely time to schedule an appointment with our team and hurry on by! We look forward to working with you and your Kia and we hope to see you soon for some air filter maintenance!
The Purpose of Filters
- The answer is pretty easy, your vehicle air filter keeps debris, dirt, leaves, and other particles out of your engine so that it can operate at peak efficiency. Filters are often composed of pleated paper or cardboard material and are either rectangular or cylinder in shape. Neglecting to change your air filters can lead to:
- Decreased engine power
- Poor acceleration
- Poor engine health
- Higher RPMs leading to more wear on your engine
The Benefits of Changing Filters
- It’s been known that when you change your air filter, your fuel mileage can increase upwards to 14% for more modern cars. Changing your filters can prolong the life of your vehicle since these trapped dirt, debris, and other particles can lead to costly repairs on your engine. Keep a close eye on your filters and consider changing them every time you have an oil change.
How To Know When To Change
- Filters should be changed around every 15,000 to 60,000 miles depending on the make of your vehicle. If you find yourself traveling dusty or dirty roads more often, your filters will likely need to be replaced more often. Keep an eye on these tops signs to ensure when to swap:
- Your vehicle is having issues with acceleration
- Your RPMs are higher than normal
- A visual inspection of your filter shows it to be dirty
Temperatures are on the rise and our prices are dropping! That’s how we like things at King Kia! And we want to share those current incentives with you and hopefully help you slip behind the wheel of a brand new Kia this March. From offers on the brand new Seltos to the sporty Forte and fun Sportage to the reliable and efficient Niro, there’s something for everyone at King Kia! Check out those details below and hurry on in to see our team for a test drive this spring. We look forward to assisting you in finding the perfect new vehicle for your adventures!
March Offers:
2021 Kia Sportage LX
- Buy for only $20,899*
2021 Kia Seltos S
- Buy for only $18,999*
2021 Kia Soul LX
- Buy for only $14,999*
2021 Kia Forte LXS
- Buy for only $14,499*
2020 Kia Niro EV EX Premium
- Buy for only $39,499*
*Offers expire 3/31/2021. See dealer for full details.
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