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Our crew at Fox Kia in Grand Rapids wants to pass along some important information concerning the tires on your vehicle. Don't let the name all-season tires fool you into thinking they are the best choice for the warmer months. Summer tires will actually help with car handling, braking, and cornering too.

The all-season tires have numerous grooves in the tread, something you'll see less of with the summer tires. The reason being is you want more tread on the road in the summer to help shorten braking distance and improve handling.

 

When you are driving on the streets of Grand Rapids, you are sure to encounter some rough pavement conditions. If your car has a good suspension, you won't have any problems. You will still have a comfortable ride. If your shocks and struts are bad, your ride may be less than pleasant.

When you start to experience problems with your shocks, struts or other suspension parts, you will notice certain symptoms. For instance, if your vehicle bounces up and down a lot after going over a small bump, that is an indication of a suspension problem....
 

Keeping your vehicle in the best possible condition is vital for your safety, and having good brakes is at the top of the list. If you have concerns or just want to be diligent, stop in at Fox Kia in Grand Rapids and let us take a look at your brakes. We’ll give you an honest assessment and advise you accordingly.

The first step towards getting your brakes in the best possible condition is being able to recognize signs that they need work. Here are some things to watch out for.

• Unusual noises when you touch the brakes
• Brake…

Your vehicle's fuel pump is incredibly important. It ensures that your gas travels safely from your tank to the engine, and keeps your car running smoothly. Consequently, a failing fuel pump can cause quite a few problems and can end up being incredibly dangerous, especially if it fails on the road. So, what can you do to make sure that doesn't happen, and what are the signs of impending catastrophe?

There are quite a few ways to diagnose an upcoming fuel pump failure. High or low fuel pressure while your vehicle is running, a sputtering engine when you…

The cooling system that resides under the hood of your vehicle is responsible for keeping the temperature conditions in your cylinders under control. The many parts of this system all suffer from the cumulative effects of wear and tear, but at the same time, they decline at different rates. Because of this phenomenon, it can be hard to predict which part will fail and cause overheating issues at the worst possible moment.

The good news is, you can prevent many cooling system issues by giving your system regular cooling network checks. One of the best time to have your radiator…

By taking a more proactive approach to the health of the tires on your car, you will help to reduce the likelihood of serious issues if the tire pressure lights become illuminated.

• During the winter, the cold weather can cause the tire pressure to drop in each tire, setting off the indicators.
• During the summer, the heat can cause the pressure to actually increase in the tires and set off the indicators again.
• Look to see if the tires have uneven wear spots, this is also an indication that the tires could fail at high speeds.
• Make sure there is…