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Wiper blades are definitely one of those things you normally don’t think about unless it’s raining. The problem is that when it’s raining it’s usually too late to change them. The need for visibility while driving any vehicle is pretty obvious, so it won’t be explained here. If you’re not sure why visibility is important, please walk to your nearest DMV and surrender your license.

When to Change Your Hyundai’s Wiper Blades

You should change the wiper blades on your Hyundai car every 6 months. One easier reminder is to change them at the same time you change your clock for daylight savings time. The 6 month time period is meant as a maximum time period. If your Hyundai wipers show signs of needing replacement, please don’t wait until daylight savings time.

Here are some signs that your wipers need replacing

Streaking: If the wipers are leaving streaks on your windshield, this is usually caused by some kind of substance (road tar, tree sap, etc) stuck to the wiper. The substance may be removed, or you may need to replace the wiper.

Bouncing: “Bouncing” occurs when the wiper bounces along the windshield instead of making a clean arc. Usually this results when the wiper blade develops additional curve which can happen if it’s spent too much time parked against the windshield.

Worn Rubber or Split Rubber: Over time and use your Hyundai’s wipers blades will wear and lose rubber. As well, the rubber may split due to age and the ultraviolet rays of the sun. In this case the blades should be replaced.  Bent or Damaged Wiper Frame: Sometime due to ice scrapers, car washes, or just plain vandalism the actual wiper frame itself will get damaged. This is a definite replacement situation.

What to Know When Replacing Your Wiper Blades

To replace your Hyundai’s wiper blades, you need only know the make, model, and year of your vehicle. You can visit an auto parts store or take your car into your Lehigh Valley Hyundai dealership. The auto parts store should have a catalogue to let you know which make of wiper to purchase.

Wipers have three basic parts: the arm, the wiper which holds the blade, and the rubber blade itself. All three can be replaced, but often only the rubber blade needs to be replaced.

A final word on windshield wipers: while it is important to ensure your windshield wipers are in good condition, don’t forget the windshield fluid. This is also something we often don’t think of until we need it, but you don’t want to find yourself in a situation where you need it but have run out.

Your Hyundai’s battery does a lot for your car, from helping it start to operating all of the electrical systems in your car. This is especially important today, as most cars rely on highly-specialized electronics to help them get down the road.

Unfortunately, the posts on your Hyundai’s battery are a wonderful breeding ground for corrosion. This corrosion looks like a crusty white residue located around the posts. As this corrosion builds up over time, it can interfere with the connection to your battery.

There are a number of cleaning products for your Hyundai car battery. Each has its own particular features, but the important thing is that they help to get your battery terminals clean.

Generally speaking, you need to remove your battery terminals to get them clean of corrosion. You will use wrenches to remove the negative battery cable first, and then the positive cable. If a cable is stuck, you can use a screwdriver to help pry the terminal open.

Once the terminals are free, it’s time to clean them. Apply the recommended amount of cleaning solution on the posts and terminals. Use a small brush to get rid of any stubborn corrosion. Once they’re clean, rinse them off and reinstall them, starting with the positive side.

Think you might need a new battery?  Bring your car into your Lehigh Valley Hyundai car dealer today.

After years of use or thousands of miles of driving, brake problems are going to be inevitable. But do you know how to determine what the problem is without taking your Hyundai car to a mechanic? Here are some simple ways to diagnose your Hyundai brake problems to give you a better idea about what’s wrong so you can make an informed decision.

Squealing
If the brakes on your Hyundai vehicle squeal until you push on the brake, you have worn the pads down. The high-pitched squeal you hear is a little sensor that is designed to alert you so you know the pads have worn down and need to be changed.

Soft Braking
Soft braking refers to pushing on your brake pedal and having it go down before the brakes actually “kick in.” This is usually because of air bubbles in your brake line and can often be solved by bleeding the brakes. It could also be an indicator that you have a bad brake master cylinder.

Pulsating Brakes
When you push on your Hyundai brakes and they feel like they are pulsating, you probably have warped rotors. This can affect your stopping distance so it’s vital to have this checked.

These are just a few of the things that can go wrong with brakes. For more information or a complete checkup on your braking system, visit your Allentown Hyundai dealer today.

The 2010 Hyundai Vera Cruz GLS is as sexy as they come. Its 3.8 liter V6 engine gets an impressive 17 mpg in the city and 23 on the highway. It showcases an automatic 6-speed transmission with overdrive and Shiftronic with a front wheel drive drivetrain. Classified as an SUV, it seats 7 on three rows.

She puts out a nice 260 horsepower at 6000 RPM and carries 257 pound feet of torque at 4500 RPM.

Beyond these impressive specs the Vera Cruz GLS also sports some nice features:

• Anti-lock brakes
• Alloy wheels with a premium wheels option
• Front and rear air conditioning
• Cruise control
• AM/FM stereo with compact disc
• Power steering, wheels and locks and mirrors
• It also comes with a power liftgate
• Optional navigation system
• Moon roof option
• Remote keyless entry

That’s just for starters. For safety, the 2010 Hyundai Vera Cruz GLS offers:

• Driver and front passenger standard airbags
• Side impact air bags
• Head/curtain airbags
• Rear curtain airbags
• Child door lock
• Traction control

One of the most impressive features of the Vera Cruz is its turning arc. It is quite nimble for its size and on the highway you’ll be hard pressed to find a ride that is anywhere near as quiet and smooth.

If you want to upgrade the standard features of the Hyundai Vera Cruz then you can order a Premium option that includes:

• LG navigation
• 605-watt Infinity Logic 7 audio system
• Mirror and seat memory
• Power tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Power sunroof and power tailgate

The 2010 Hyundai Vera Cruz GLS is comparable to the Honda Pilot or Ford Edge SE. Pricing starts at $29,000 MSRP. Do your family a favor and take advantage of Hyundai’s entrance into the small SUV market.

Have you been looking for a car with all the luxuries of a high-end model without that high price? If so, your Doylestown area Hyundai dealer has the ideal car for you.

The Hyundai Genesis has been creating a buzz since it was introduced into the North American market last year. Since then, it has only received more attention as consumers are realizing it has the quality and comfort of a luxury brand without the luxury brand price. Here are some facts about the Hyundai Genesis to get you just as excited as everybody else is about this model.

• The Hyundai Genesis is the automaker’s first rear-wheel-drive automobile.
• Five adults can fit comfortably in the new Hyundai Genesis, making it ideal for road trips, errands and taking the kids where they need to go.
• For only an extra $125, you can get leather trim accents on the instrument panel and the doors to give it that extra special luxurious touch.
• The $4,000 technology package gives you satellite radio, a rearview camera, an air-conditioned driver’s seat and much, much more!

Give the new Genesis a test drive at your Hyundai dealer today. With all of these features and more, you will wonder why you did not check one out sooner!

For many drivers, driving at night presents a safety issue. Their night vision is not as good as their day vision and they do not know how to adapt. For those drivers, your Lansdale area Hyundai dealer would like to offer these tips to help you stay safe when you are behind the wheel after the sun goes down.

Look to the sides of the roads. One of the main problems with driving at night is the headlights from oncoming cars. Many drivers make the mistake of looking toward the headlights, but this only blurs their vision of the road ahead. Instead, looking to the side of the road will help you maintain your focus and vision.

Make sure your headlights are in proper working order. Driving at night is much more difficult if your headlights do not work very well. If they are dim, it may be time to replace them or simply clean them.

Be courteous to other drivers. If you are driving behind another driver, be sure your brights are not on. Also, when an oncoming car has their brights on, simply click your brights on for a second to remind them to turn their bright headlights off. Do not leave your brights on as a form of retaliation because you never know what people will do on the roads these days.

Use this advice from your Hyundai dealer and enjoy driving during any time of the day or night!

In December, we posted a blog asking if the Big Three’s financial troubles are going to set Hyundai up for a virtual “takeover” of the automotive market. Now, nearly five months later, we can look at how Hyundai has achieved great success while the Big Three automakers are still struggling.

The story reads almost like a David and Goliath battle. Hyundai, which is one of the smaller automakers in the industry ranking only fifth in production and assets, offered its first blow when it announced its Assurance Program. Since then, the larger automakers have had even more trouble competing with this brand. Other factors like the luxurious Hyundai Genesis being sold at a regular sedan price have kept the automaker in the news and a major contender for one of the top spots in the industry.

Hyundai has also been unafraid to reevaluate its products in the face of changing demand. Engineers have produced more efficient cars in recent years that have caught consumer attention, unlike the gas guzzlers that other automakers have offered up on dealer lots.

Visit your Pottstown area Hyundai dealer today and see why this automaker is poised to take its competition’s spot before long. When you take one for a drive, you will see how Hyundai has come a long way in the last few years in creating something that consumers simply cannot resist.

In 2009, Hyundai Automotive introduced a breakthrough in the luxury vehicle segment. The Hyundai Genesis was revolutionary in that it offered consumers a luxury car product with the price tag of a normal car. The auto industry did not expect something like this from Hyundai, the fifth largest automaker in the world. But Hyundai is not stopping there.

The 2010 Hyundai Genesis is already in dealerships and it has a different style, look and appeal than its 2009 predecessor. The 2010 models are sporty coupes that are ideal for four people. The Genesis Coupe has a price tag that makes it the “second lowest-priced, rear-drive coupe on the U.S. market,” according to this article.

The new coupe also comes with a 2-liter turbocharged engine with 210 horsepower or a 3.8-liter engine that pumps out more than 300 horsepower. Both engines take regular fuel so drivers need not worry hurting their budget at the gas tank with premium fuel, too.

Do not hesitate to go check out the 2009 and 2010 Hyundai Genesis models at your Pottstown area Hyundai dealer. With all of the options and the lowest price tags around, you’ll be happy with your next Hyundai Genesis.

Several high schools across the country are staging mock collisions in the days and weeks leading up to prom.

One of these demonstrations happened earlier this week at Clear Lake High School in Lakeport. It started when a person dressed as the Grim Reaper walked into classroom 119 during third period. He pointed to Dylan Rose, a junior, and escorted him out of the class. After leaving the classroom, his obituary was read in front of class. It stated that he died in a fatal car collision with two of his friends. The cause of the accident: alcohol. The teacher then placed a red rose in Dylan’s seat to symbolize his “passing.”

In all, 21 students were taken from their class and segregated from their classmates for rest of the school day. The demonstration, which was entitled the Every 15 Minutes program, showed that every 15 minutes a young person dies from alcohol-related incidents.

Students took the demonstration seriously, too. “I’ve seen a lot of crying,” said Alexandra Wiggs, a senior at the high school who helped coordinate the event.

Your Pottstown area Hyundai dealer wants to encourage you to take heed to the warnings of drinking and driving. With prom season approaching and graduations coming up, don’t let yourself fall prey to the dangers of alcohol. Be safe and responsible so you can enjoy these upcoming months. They could be the best months of your life!

We’ve written several times on this blog about how Hyundai has been surviving these tough economic times and even posting decent profits while other companies are not doing so well. This is going to be another post about Hyundai’s ability to stay afloat in the auto industry while others are drowning.

A recent article discussed Hyundai’s success during these dreary times. One of the reasons for such great sales figures can be attributed to the Hyundai Genesis. With features that are comparable to the biggest names in the luxury car market at about half price, many people are giving Hyundai a chance these days to save money.

Hyundai Automotive also pounced on the vacancy that GM left when it pulled its ads from the Super Bowl. Hyundai purchased those spots and used them as a means of showcasing its one-of-a-kind Assurance Program that gave people a sense of comfort again about buying a new car. The South Korean automaker has also debuted hybrids and other vehicles that are popular in today’s market and received an astounding response.

There’s never been a better time to check out the inventory at you Doylestown area Hyundai dealer than right now. Visit one today and see why Hyundai is achieving the success that it has in recent months.