Fall is in full swing and that means that Halloween is right around the corner! Take your spooky season spirit to the next level by decorating your vehicle! You could plan a fun costume/prop duo with your ride or just trick out your car for any trunk-or-treaters that pass by! Take a look at some of Destination Kia’s Halloween decorating tips and get into the mood this Halloween season! We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Destination Kia’s Halloween Decorating Tips: Road safety should always come first! First and foremost if you’re planning on driving your car, it is important to be sure that your decorations don’t become driving hazards. Secure your decorations firmly, keep window decals and stickers from obstructing view and remember not to hang anything from either your interior or exterior mirrors! Stationary vehicles are full of possibilities! If you’re using your vehicle as a prop or for Trunk-or-Treat purposes then by all means, go crazy! Just make sure the parking brake is on and that the keys aren’t within reach of any of your young trick-or-treaters! And it might also help to keep in mind that you’ll have to undecorate your vehicle next time you want to take a ride so don’t go overboard! Save yourself some cash by DIYing your decorations! Styrofoam, cardboard, construction paper, and corn syrup are your new best friends! Make your decorations exactly to your specific needs and get the kids involved so the whole family can have some Halloween fun! Match your costume to your cars! The scooby doo gang and their mystery machine, Batman and the batmobile, and so many more fun costumes you can do with your ride! Step it up a notch and use your vehicle as the ultimate prop!

If you’re anything like me, your favorite kind of car wash is one you can drive into and let a few machines clean up your ride. But, if you are the hands-on, DIY kind of person you probably enjoy getting your hands a little dirty. Or in this case, a little clean. This week, we have dedicated our blog to giving you the run-down on the proper way to wash your ride without doing damage to the paint. Check it out our dos and don’ts below! Do put your car in a shaded area or in a garage. The hot summer sun will make proper car care and cleaning, much more difficult. Wash your car on your lawn, any runoff will be absorbed by the grass which is better for the environment. Do wet down your vehicle, thoroughly. All you need is a little sprinkle of water to rid your vehicle of any loose dirt or debris that have made your vehicle home. If you skip this step, expect scratches on your vehicle. Don’t use detergent or dish soap. There are many automotive soaps out there which is usually pH-controlled and has gloss enhancers. Use soaps designed specifically for your vehicle, not household soaps that can cause damage to your vehicle. Do wash your vehicle one section at a time and top to bottom. This will prevent dry soapy spots from forming on your vehicle. Do wet the car if temperatures are hot. Don’t let your vehicle dry in the sun, a shady spot or a garage will prevent water spots from forming on your vehicle. Do spend the extra few minutes drying your vehicle completely to avoid water spots. And there you have it, our complete list of dos and don’ts when it comes to a DIY car wash! We hope you use these tips the next time to grab the bucket and head out to scrub-a-dub your precious Kia! Buy A Clean Kia Today!

If you are anything like me, you’re both an avid road tripper and also really really addicted to being prepared for anything. If you fit this description, I have the list for you! This is a long list of the things you might want to keep in your vehicle in case of things like boredom or real emergency - so feel free to pick and choose your favorites (or at least the things you think you’ll need the most) and then put them in some sort of storage device in your car. Thank me later!!! In The Car Blankets and pillows Music Folding chairs Reading material Camera Cash for toll roads GPS Binoculars Wet wipes Puzzle books and quiet toys for kids Pen, pencil, notepad Tissues, paper towels, toilet paper Small bags for garbage Vehicle Emergency Kit Flashlight, roadside signal flares or reflective cones/warning signs First aid kit Booster cables, wrenches, screwdrivers (basic tool kit) Gallon jug of water Extra washer fluid, oil, transmission oil, brake fluid Rags, workshop towels, old blanket Gloves Spare belts (alternator, fan and air conditioner belts) Candle, warm clothes, heavy blanket (for winter travel) Duct tape and WD40 Stay Organized In A New Kia!