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Kia went above and beyond with the latest Kia Optima model. Packed full of technology features, the latest midsize car has risen to the top of its class. Critics and drivers love the new safety features that come standard with the base edition, and you get to control everything from an 8-inch LCD display in the center console. Now you can connect instantly to your phone and use voice commands to get directions, make calls, send texts, and pull up other important information.

The Kia Optima received its highest marks for a premium, quiet cabin. 

Your engine is overheating, and you are concerned about what possibly could have made this happen. There are a number of common reasons that it happens, and a repair could cost you thousands of dollars if it is not addressed right away. Look at things like a broken water pump and also consider the possibility of blocked hoses to be causing the problem.

Jump starting a car is neighborly in Laurel, MS, but make sure you can do it safely. Let today's advice from Kia of Laurel assist you.

Place your front bumper about two feet from the other vehicle. Locate your jumper cables and engage both parking brakes. 

Rotating tires is more important than you may realize. Sometimes people push this to the side as they have come to trust their tires to withstand the test of time. Indeed, a lot of tires are built to last these days. However, that does not mean that you should ignore the need to get them rotated on a regular basis. It is still important to allow the wear on your tires to be distributed evenly.

A tire rotation is recommended approximately every 5,000 to 7,500 miles for most tires. There are some exceptions for certain tires that are…

Proper car care demands that you keep the car battery itself running smoothly. A lot of people overlook this aspect of operating a motor vehicle for whatever reason, but they do so at their own detriment. The modern car battery controls a massive number of operations within your vehicle. If you allow it to go beyond about 3 years or so, you could have serious trouble.

There are a lot of roadside service calls that go out to mechanics every day seeking assistance because a vehicle has a damaged battery.  

The all new Kia Telluride large SUV has shocked the automotive community with its innovative design and features. In any configuration or trim level, the Telluride presents an exceptional value, giving owners much more than the price tag would suggest. The friendly staff at Kia of Laurel can show you just how affordable this all new luxury SUV can be.

The Kia Telluride is a large, 3-row luxury SUV positioned to take on the likes of the Nissan Pathfinder and Ford Explorer. 

Just when you thought minivans were just for large families, along comes the Kia Sedona. The new Sedona is a minivan that’s popular for more than just its spacious interior that comfortably seats eight people and cargo space to spare. Stop at Kia of Laurel and allow our team members to show you all the benefits of owning and driving a Kia Sedona.

Technology is so important today, whether you’re a young child, parents of children, or a working adult, and the Kia Sedona has numerous technology features.  

If your child isn't correctly positioned in their car seat, this could put them in a potentially vulnerable position if you were to get into an accident. If there is any doubt that your child is buckled in the right way the NHTSA has check stations around the nation, where you can go and make a consultation. If you're not ambitious enough to visit the NHTSA, that's okay; here are some safety tips that will help you put your child in the car safe and snug.

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When you need extra cargo carrying capacity in your car, Kia of Laurel can explain your options for a new roof rack. From carrying a cargo box to having bike racks that are easy to load, a roof rack could improve your driving experience.

When you're selecting a rack for your vehicle, make sure that it can carry the amount of weight that you need it to. You'll also have the check the weight bearing capacity of the roof of your car to ensure that you don't overload it. 

If you are going to be driving your children back and forth to school this year, you want your vehicle to be in great shape. If you have a child who is going to be driving while at college, a vehicle in good shape is a must. Now is the time to get the car ready for the school year.

The first step in getting the car ready for back to school time is regular maintenance. You should get the oil changed and the air filter changed if needed. Make sure that all of the fluids are checked and filled…