Your steering wheel is one of the features of your vehicle that you touch each and every time you drive. Therefore, it is not surprising to note that it can become quite dirty since it is constantly being touched and handled. In fact, the constant use can cause the steering wheel to be covered in all kinds of body oil, dirt, and bacteria that we have tracked in from all of the other objects that we touch on a daily basis. Yet, even with all of this outside contamination the steering wheel is generally overlooked when it comes to vehicle maintenance.
However, the truth is that cleaning your steering wheel is actually a relatively simple process and one that should not take you more than a few minutes. All you need is some all-purpose cleaner, a microfiber towel and some warm water. Start by spraying some of the cleaner onto the towel, not the steering. This is important because spraying the wheel directly could cause fluid to leak into the clear plastic in the gauge buster and you will not be able to remove it.
Once you spray the towel, you then use it to wipe down the steering wheel in 360-degree turns in order to give it a good clean. If your steering wheel has not been scrubbed in a while then you could follow that step up by using a toothbrush and a three-to-one mixture of water and all-purpose cleaner to get into the crevices and other areas that need a deeper scrubbing.
After you finish scrubbing wipe the steering wheel down using a microfiber towel and warm water in order to remove any excess cleaner from the wheel. You can even take things up a notch if you would line by using a steam machine if you have access to one.
Check out the full video instructions from AutoBlog below for a more detailed look at this process!
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Kia Soul Wins Best Buy Award
2017 Soul Turbo
When our Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Kingston, NY customers are looking for a new vehicle, we know they’re looking for the best. And the best would be the Kia Soul! You don’t have to take our word for it either, since Consumer Guide® Automotive has awarded the Kia Soul the sought after Best Buy Award! This is the third consecutive year the funky styled Soul has received this prestigious award, and there doesn’t seem to be any signs of it stopping.
“People gravitate toward the Soul because of its head-turning style, extensive feature content, and excellent value. Its practicality makes it a perfect fit for just about every type of lifestyle,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president product planning Kia Motors America. “Being recognized by Consumer Guide Automotive for a third consecutive year proves the Soul continues to be a crowd favorite, and with the new turbocharged version offered for 2017, we anticipate its popularity will surge to new heights.”
If you’d like to experience what it’s like to drive the best you can get, stop by Destination Kia. We’ll set you up with a test drive and get you situated with a lease or finance option that works best for you.
“Kia Soul Receives 2017 Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Award.” Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Dec. 2016.
Happy Thanksgiving
Destination Kia wants to wish all of our amazing customers a Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for your continued support and business over the years. We will be closed today so that our employees can spend the day with their families, and we hope you are doing so as well! Stop by and see us tomorrow for Black Friday savings.
Now Available – 2017 Kia Rio Page
If you have been waiting for our newest Research & Review page so that you can learn all about the sleek and stylish 2017 Kia Rio, we have good news! This page is now officially available! Check it out under our “Research” tab to learn all about the LX and EX trim level options, the 138 horsepower engine that powers them and all of their standard and available features for safety, convenience, technology and more.
Find out about all of the exciting facts, features and capabilities offered by this vehicle when you read the full page and then head into Destination Kia to learn more. We will be happy to answer any other questions you may have about 2017 Kia Rio and set you up with a test drive.
How to Drive Safely at Night
It happens every year. Once summer is over, the days get shorter, and soon enough we’re all commuting home to Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury and Kingston, NY in the dark. With this comes a few new hazards and things you should do to be prepared for the trip. Check them out below and travel safe!
- Get enough sleep. Being tired behind the wheel is dangerous and a huge distraction. Fit in a nap at lunch or rest your eyes before taking off at night.
- Have a clear view. If you can’t see around you, you’re a danger to yourself and everyone else on the road. You might not notice in the light of day, but once headlights hit your windshield at night, you’ll see streaks and smudges you didn’t know were there.
- Stay back a bit. It’s hard to see if something is in the road at night, people tend to drive slower and quick braking can happen. Leave enough room between you and the person in front of you to stay safe.
- Get the most out of your headlights by aiming them. If your headlights are in other driver’s eyes, or lighting up front lawns, they aren’t lighting your path. Come to Destination Kia and we’ll get them aimed properly.
- Keep your eyes moving. Our depth perception isn’t that great in the dark, that means your eyes will be working harder. And harder still if you’re staring in one direction.
- Turn your interior lights down as much as possible. They will compete with the outside making it hard for you to see. It’s also a good idea to avoid looking at oncoming traffic lights.
New Vehicle Specials Available
November is the month of giving and showing thanks. At Destination Kia, we’re showing our Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Kingston, NY customers how thankful we are for them by giving them a ton of New Vehicle Specials! We have offers on popular models like Forte, Optima, and Sportage! Take a look at our deals, then stop by 760 Central Ave in Albany, NY for a test drive!
Happy Veterans Day from Destination Kia
At Destination Kia, we understand that liberty does not come free. We are very grateful for those from Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Kingston NY that answered that call of duty. Happy Veterans Day.
If you’re interested in the 2017 Kia Sedona and live in the Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Kingston, NY area, keep your eyes peeled for our new Research & Review page. It will feature trim level options, safety features, and estimated MPG all in one convenient place. Once you’ve read through it, you can decide if the 2017 Sedona is a vehicle you’d like to take for a test drive at 760 Central Ave in Albany, NY.
Can the Kia Forte Handle a 4 Hour Commute?
When you have a tight budget but expect top quality, vehicle shopping might prove to be a bit trying. That’s what Kaylie found out when she was looking for a new vehicle for her daily four-hour commute. With a budget of $20,000 and the desire to find something that will allow her to relax and enjoy her commute, she took a test drive in the 2017 Kia Forte. Check out the video below to see how it went.
Happy Halloween
We hope this Halloween is a great one for all our Albany, Schenectady, Clifton Park, Queensbury and Kingston, NY customers! Have fun and stay safe while trick-or-treating!
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