You're in the market for a new SUV, but you're not sure where to start looking for one. That's understandable. The vehicle market is stuffed full of SUV options from a wide range of brands. Many of them offer a solid driving experience. Few of them, however, can match everything that the 2019 Kia Sorento has to offer.

The 2018 Kia Stinger has earned a heap of praise for its high performance on the road, and it's not hard to see why. Equipped with a standard 255 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4, it also offers an option for a 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 capable of 365 horsepower and 376 pounds-feet of torque. When you want a robust driving experience, the Stinger delivers.

Tire rotations are one of the less known ways that car owners can save money. This is because it greatly extends the amount of time that your tires will last. That is why our team here at Hyman Bros. Kia in Midlothian wants to ensure that you know all about the basics of tire rotations.

Because tires wear faster in either the front or the back of your vehicle, they should be rotated regularly so that they all last about the same amount of time. You should always reference your owner's manual to see in what way your tires…

Adding coolant to the radiator is only a small part of your cooling system, the working parts all must be as one to keep your engine from overheating. These are only a few of those parts that need to be maintained often.

The radiator fan helps move air to the radiator and over little fins that have coolant rushing through them.

The thermostat has to be able to maintain an ideal engine temperature so that all the parts are cooled and the engine doesn't overheat.

The water pump is powered by fan belts that have to be tight and…

The last thing you want to deal with is a dead car battery. Before you panic and ask someone for a jump, you need to test the battery to see if that’s actually the problem. If you hear a clicking when you turn your ignition, it’s not always the fault of the battery.

A digital multimeter can be attached to your battery to tell you everything you need to know. Be sure the vehicle is off. The black lead on the multimeter should touch the negative battery cable and the red lead should touch the positive cable. Set…

The exhaust system of most vehicles consists of the exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, the resonator, and the muffler, where the exhaust fumes are emitted into the atmosphere.

Because exhaust gas, like carbon monoxide, is colorless and odorless, it can't be detected inside the car, which is dangerous for passengers. That's why it's so important to pay attention to the following signals of a leaking exhaust system, and have your car serviced as soon as possible.

The most common sign of a leaking exhaust system are strange sounds. If you hear a hissing or popping noise while the…

Your tires are one of the biggest safety features of your vehicle. Maintaining proper tire pressure and replacing your tires when their tread is worn is essential to maintaining a safe car. Luckily, we here at Hyman Bros. Kia are here to give you the basics.

Tire pressure should be checked any time you plan to drive in excess of one hour. The proper inflation for your specific tires can be found in the owner's manual of your vehicle. Tire tread, on the other hand, is essential to your safety. As your tire tread wears down, there is less…

Unfortunately, the transmission in any car can fail. There are a few signs that you can listen to and look at if you think that your transmission is going out.

One of the signs that there is a leak associated with the transmission is when you see fluid on the ground. The fluid will be brown or red in color. It's crucial that the transmission maintains a proper fluid level because this is what lubricates the gears so that they can easily shift. If you see fluid on the ground, it could be an indication of a leaky seal…

Visibility is the secret to a pleasant and safe driving experience. You do not need to be in a position where you cannot see approaching vehicles or objects. This will most likely be the case if all you have is regular wiper blades and it is winter season. They completely miss the mark during winter. That does not mean they are not good during summer. It simply means they are not the stuff you expect to give you a flawless driving experience during winter.

At Hyman Bros. Kia in Midlothian, we have seen several people bump into challenges unexpectedly as…

Here at Hyman Bros. Kia in Midlothian, we recommend that you use windshield wiper fluid for cleaning away all the junk that can accumulate on your windshield and obstruct your view of the roadway. For best results, we do not recommend that you put plain old water into your vehicle's windshield wiper fluid system. Here's why: