2020 Kia Sportage LX by RL GNZLZ — CC BY-SA 2.0 For years, Kia has been offering one of the best compact crossover SUVs on the market— and for many, it remains a hidden gem. But if you’re reading this, chances are you’re well aware of the capable Kia Sportage. The quality really shines through in the fourth generation and newer, which is the 2017 model year and onward. Though the 2015 and 2016 models are still reliable SUVs which should still be covered by Kia’s excellent warranty program, their design shows their age.

Photo by Denny Müller on Unsplash Flat tires never happen at a convenient time; it’s just one of those things in life. Whether you’re dashing off to work or parked with a carload of groceries, seeing that deflated tire will deflate your mood. With this in mind, knowing how to fix a flat tire is an essential part of car ownership. For some drivers, tires are an afterthought that only gets attention when something is wrong.

Automatic Transmission by Vestman —CC BY 2.0 One of the worst things you can hear from your mechanic/technician is, “the problem with your vehicle is the transmission.” It’s one of the most expensive parts of your vehicle to have repaired, rebuilt, or replaced. So it makes sense to know a little bit about the question “how much does it cost to repair a transmission?” before you commit to any particular service.

2016 Chevy Silverado 2500HD by Rjluna2 - CC BY-SA 4.0 Since its debut in 1999, the Chevy Silverado series has had some of the most popular trucks on the market. The 2500HD model is a heavy-duty light truck with more power and hauling capability than the original 2500. Over the years, the Chevy has offered the truck with a variety of trim levels, which can be confusing to sort through.

Photo by Nina Mercado on Unsplash Starter problems happen. It’s not the end of the line for your vehicle and it’s not an extremely expensive repair to have done. And more good news, if you want to skip labor costs, you could possibly change one yourself. So if you run into this problem, this article will explain everything you need to know about, “how much does it cost to fix a starter?

2019 Kia Forte EX by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 In mid-2008, Kia introduced one of the most reliable compact cars on the market, the Forte. You can buy a Forte as a two-door coupe, four-door sedan, or a five-door hatchback, reflecting the variety of options Kia offers. However, your options don’t stop there. Each year model also comes with different trim levels, each bundled with their own distinct features.

2018 Kia Sedona LX by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Kia Sedona, originally known as the Kia Carnival, is one of Kia’s flagship minivans and has been transporting groups of passengers safely since 1998. It’s undergone some changes in the past several years, with new features being added every year. Each of these year models has a variety of trim levels to choose from, and some are more robust than others.

Spark Plug by Nazly Ahmed — CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 For spark plugs to work properly, they must be clean. If you have dirt caked up in the crevices, the voltage will be way too high and you likely will not be able to turn on your car. That’s why when you know how to clean spark plugs, you can deal with a faulty engine quickly and get by cleaning or replacing them.

2020 Kia Soul S by Kevauto - CC BY-SA-4.0 In 2008, Kia introduced an excellent subcompact crossover SUV to the market when they released the Kia Soul. It wasn’t long before the crossover became the preferred method of transportation for thousands across the country. In 2014, Kia released an electric model of the vehicle— the Soul EV. For now we’ll focus on the original Kia Soul— with several trim options to choose from across year models, it can be intimidating to figure out exactly which model you want.

Windshield wipers by State Farm — CC BY 2.0 It always seems that windshield wipers decide to fail right when it starts to pour. With rain coming down, you can’t see where you’re going, unable to drive your car to get to appointments or work. While it’s understandable to get frustrated with your windshield wipers not working, we’re here to walk you through some things you can do to get your windshield wipers back up and running.