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When you leave Dorsch Kia in the vehicle of your choice, we want you to be a knowledgeable vehicle owner. That means learning what tires are best for your vehicle and driving style as winter moves into Green Bay. To accomplish this, you need to know whether winter or all-weather tires best suit your needs.

All-weather tires are made to deliver good performance all year round as well as good tread life and a quiet ride. Because they are made to be versatile throughout the year, their construction requires making compromises that prevent them from achieving max performance in the…

Just because the weather turns cold doesn't mean you stop driving. Driving can be more hazardous in the wintertime. Consequently, you need to make a winter survival kit for your car to keep you and your family safe when on the road.

Creating a winter survival kit should be part of a comprehensive car winterization effort, according to the team at Dorsch Kia, located in Green Bay. Your kit should include fresh drinking water, nonperishable food items, extra winter clothing, and blankets. 

Vital to your car's fuel system is the fuel pump. Even though you can't see it, you should pay attention to it, especially if your vehicle is showing signs that the fuel pump is malfunctioning.

Sputtering engines aren't normal. If yours sputters during consistently faster speeds but immediately returns to normal, consider the fuel pump. Surging is also a problem. When the car suddenly surges forward during normal drives, as if you pressed the gas, the fuel pump motor might have irregular resistance. One big sign of fuel pump problems is power loss....

Although many people think about washing their car and maintaining the engine, they sometimes overlook the importance of waxing. Car wax is applied to the protective clear coat of your car. It can be made from several different materials, including beeswax and Carnauba wax. Some brands sell synthetic waxes made out of silicone.

Waxing your car regularly can help extend the lifespan of the paint job. Having this layer of protection can stop UV rays from causing fading and damage. It also means that when you wash your car, you'll be scrubbing at the wax barrier rather than the…

If the tire pressure indicator on your vehicle's dashboard says the air pressure is off, don't ignore that warning. Trouble could be right around the corner, so take action sooner to avoid trouble later. The tires with pressure that is too high could ride just in the center, which wears the tread too quickly in that one area and makes it harder to control the vehicle on wet roads. Tire wear in that area alone could reduce the life of the tread sooner too.

When there is not enough air in the car tires, more of the side…

If the tire pressure indicator on your vehicle's dashboard says the air pressure is off, don't ignore that warning. Trouble could be right around the corner, so take action sooner to avoid trouble later. The tires with pressure that is too high could ride just in the center, which wears the tread too quickly in that one area and makes it harder to control the vehicle on wet roads. Tire wear in that area alone could reduce the life of the tread sooner too.

When there is not enough air in the car tires, more of the side…

It doesn't matter if your going on a long trip or just down the street to the store in Green Bay, it is important to have a roadside emergency kit. Putting one of these kits together is not difficult, and when the need arises, you will be glad you took the time to do it.

All roadside emergency kits should have a set of jumper cables. You never know when the battery might run down. Make sure all the tools to change a tire are in your vehicle. Always carry a flashlight in the car in case of an…

One of the scariest situations that can occur while driving is having a tire blowout. There are several factors that can contribute to creating conditions that lead to a blowout. Knowing what to look for can save you from this unwanted surprise down the road.

One of the leading causes of blowouts is an underinflated tire. It creates excess wear and heat on the sidewall. Checking tire pressure while the tires are cool just takes a few minutes and should be done monthly or before a road trip. 

When your car fails to start or barely start up, you may tend to automatically blame the battery. However, in many cases, it's the starter going out. Stop by Dorsch Kia here in Green Bay if you have starter concerns or any other automotive issues.

Seldom will the starter go out without warning. You may get warnings but choose to ignore them. Here are a few warning signs that your starter may need help.

• Grinding noise when you're trying to start the car
• Whining sound from the starter when engine isn't turning on 

On nice days, it is very enjoyable to drive down the open road with your windows open and smell the fresh air while listening to the low hum of your muffler as you drive. Lately though, it has been sounding a bit louder than normal and you are even having trouble hearing the radio when it is on. It might be time for you to bring your vehicle to our Kia service center at Dorsch Kia so we can give your vehicle a once over and pay some extra attention to your muffler and exhausts.

The muffler and exhaust areas…