Is not driving your car during quarantine bad for the car?

With the current coronavirus crisis, we in California (and many across the nation) are under orders to stay at home with the exception of essential travel. This is important in order to help slow or stop the spread of the virus, which causes the illness COVID-19. While many businesses are closed and non-essential travel is not allowed, some recreation is still allowed outdoors as long as you maintain proper social distancing by staying at least six feet away from people, as well as wearing protective masks as suggested by the Centers for Disease Control. This is good, because you will find you’ll need to take your vehicle out for a ride once in a while rather than keeping it cooped up in the garage. Is not driving your car during quarantine bad for the car? Yes, and we will explain why. 

Is car insurance mandatory in California?

Insurance is a tricky road to navigate, but it is something that is necessary for your own protection in case you find yourself needing such financial assistance. Automobile insurance in particular can be a hard one to figure out, but it is so important to the financial well-being of drivers everywhere that many states have made it illegal to drive without insurance. Is car insurance mandatory in California? Yes, it is a requirement of all vehicles operated or parked on the roads in this great state. Read ahead for some more details. 

Driving Range in a Kia Vehicle with Low Fuel Warning

Are you interested in discovering how far you can drive your Kia vehicle while the Low Fuel Warning Light is on? If so, then you have come to the right place! Our staff here at Concord Kia is very knowledgeable on the warning lights inside Kia vehicles and can help you to discover just how far you can travel after the Low Fuel Warning Light turns on. We recommend that you stop to fill your tank as soon as the light shows up, but we also know that the nearest gas station may be a little further away. Now, let’s find out just how far you can travel in your Kia vehicle with the Low Fuel Warning Light on together!

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The ability to rent a car is a great convenience. If you’re going on vacation, having an easy way to get around is pretty important. Sure, you could call a cab or an Uber, but wouldn’t it be easier if you just had a temporary vehicle of your own? Enter the rental car business. While renting a car is a great option, it can be expensive if you don’t know a few tricks. Check out some helpful tips below.  Read the rest of this entry >>

The winter months can be harsh for everyone, even for those in Northern California. Even if your hometown doesn’t get pummeled with winter weather, you may go on a road trip to see family where the snow has hit a little harder. In any event, check out our tips for what to pack in your vehicle in case of emergency in the wintertime.  Read the rest of this entry >>