How often should you change your tires? There's no one answer to that question if you're looking at a wheel's wear-and-tear and its lifespan. However, Hyman Bros. Kia wants to you understand why seasonal tire maintenance works in your favor.

Places with harsh winters are a challenge to navigate without winter tires. Made for colder temperatures and roads that are icy or covered in snow or slush, these tires have softer rubber for more flexibility. They grip the road better, which helps you stay safer whether you're driving around Midlothian or someplace else...

One of the things you want to do on a road trip is make sure that you are keeping a steady speed. This would mean using cruise control on your vehicle while you are driving. This is very helpful when it comes to saving fuel on a road trip.

Another helpful thing is to know the speed where your vehicle is going to have the best fuel mileage. It has been reported by the Office of Transportation and Air Quality that cars reach their best mileage at 60 MPH. If you go over, then it is going to cost you…

Although it can be intimidating, there are a few tips to keep in mind so that you stay safe while driving in the rain. Always turn your headlights on so that other drivers can see you. If you have your windshield wipers on, then it's usually a law to have your headlights on until they are turned off.

Make sure you increase the distance between you and the driver in front of you. When the road is wet, it usually takes longer to come to a stop. If you're following someone in the rain as you would when…

When you make your next vehicle purchase, we at Hyman Bros. Kia want you to be an informed buyer aware of all the options, particularly when it comes to buying a used car. Unlike in the past, buying a used car is no longer worrisome. In fact, there are several reasons why buying a used car can be a good idea.

Used cars are much more affordable than new cars and often look as good as new cars. Many used cars are certified, pre-owned cars that are newer cars with low miles. CPO cars have also been inspected and come…

When you buy a pre-owned vehicle, you need to know what you’re actually getting. At Hyman Bros. Kia in Midlothian, our goal is to educate you. This is one of the reasons why we show you a vehicle history report.

One of the most important things that a vehicle report can tell you is the number of accidents the vehicle has been involved in over its history. You will get to see the dates of the accidents and how much damage was accumulated. It can make it easier to identify problems that you may experience in the future.

 

We at Hyman Bros. Kia love to show off the new safety technology that comes is offered in new cars today. Whether you drive around Midlothian to run errands or take many business trips out of town a month, you will notice a difference in how safe you feel with a backup camera.

Too Close

A backup camera is a great way to get an alert if you are too close to an obstacle. You can be backing up out of a driveway, or parking and your backup camera will show you how close you are. Many vehicles have an…

At Hyman Bros. Kia, we believe that it is our duty to keep our neighbors in Midlothian informed about their vehicles. As the warmer months approach, we are particularly concerned with ensuring that everybody knows how to prepare their vehicle to tow a camper. With this in mind, we have put together a brief guide for you to review.

One of the first things that you will need to do before leaving to go camping is to ensure that you have the right hitch. Hitch Class 1 can tow up to 2,000 lbs, Hitch Class 2 can pull as…

With the introduction of ride sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft, the way our country gets around has drastically changed. That is why we here at Hyman Bros. Kia located right here in Midlothian would like to make our personal recommendations for the best possible cars that Uber and Lyft drivers can utilize.

There are two main things to look for in a ride share car. The first is whether or not it will be comfortable for passengers. The second is how fuel efficient the car is. Taking each of these into consideration will save you money and make…

You're a responsible driver, so of course you try to obey the speed limit and drive with additional caution during Midlothian winters, but can you honestly say the same about your teenage driver?

If you're like most people, the answer is no. That's why it's especially important for parents of teen drivers to keep a winter readiness kit in their cars. Be sure to include all the essentials like a first aid kit, jumper cables, an extra cell phone battery and a flashlight, and make sure your teen knows where the kit is located and how…

Going out to your driveway or finding the parking spot in a lot devoid of your car can be terrifying. You don’t want to deal with having your car stolen. At Hyman Bros. Kia, we recommend a few ways to prevent theft.

The first thing you want to do is make sure that you lock your car. Keep any valuable items out of view, too. Otherwise, someone may decide to smash a window to take the contents. It’s a good idea to have a physical anti-theft device installed on your vehicle, too.