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Does your brake pedal not respond the way you think it should? A soft or spongy brake pedal occurs when you have to press it hard to get sufficient action to stop your vehicle. The problem doesn't lie with the pedal itself, but with something in the braking system connected to it. Here are some possible problems.

A problem with the brake line is often the culprit. Air that sometimes finds its way in will cause the pedal to operate inefficiently. The problem is simple to fix via a process called bleeding. More serious is a damaged brake line…

Nothing ruins a morning like getting into your car on a cold winter morning, turning the key, and finding that your car’s battery is dead. Did you know that extreme temperatures can take a toll on your battery? At Interstate Hyundai, we want you to be as informed as possible about your vehicle.

On a cold day, the capacity of your battery drops. When you start your vehicle, the starter draws a huge amount of electricity. The cold temperature can decrease your battery’s energy output, preventing your car from starting, especially if your battery is older.

When you purchase a brand-new vehicle, you are looking to be protected by some kind of a warranty. If something goes wrong with the vehicle shortly after you purchase it, you want that issue to be covered by a warranty. You need to know the differences between the powertrain and bumper-to-bumper warranty options.

The powertrain warranty is going to cover most of the components of the vehicle that help to bring power to the wheels. The bumper-to-bumper warranty is going to cover a bit more than the powertrain, providing you with coverage for most of the components...

We value your ability to make the best decision when you buy a new car, so we offer posts that can heighten your car knowledge. Today, we offer you a better understanding of front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive setups.

Comparing these two setups begins with defining them. Front-wheel drive configurations transfer the engine's force to the front wheels. Rear-wheel drive setups move that force to the rear wheels. Manufacturers and budget-minded car buyers like front-wheel-drive cars because they cost less to build.

There are so many choices that we need to make in life, but when it comes to maintaining and servicing your headlights, we here at Interstate Hyundai want to make the decisions for you so you can worry about more important things. Your headlights are just one part of your vehicle that needs routine service and attention. You may have a bulb that has blown out, or you may notice that you haven't...

Headlights are like the eyes of your car & when they're hazy, yellow, & foggy seeing well at night can be an issue: https://t.co/A7obBYU18M…

A broken timing belt is an avoidable, expensive repair. Timing belts are strong nylon and rubber components of the car's engine. They coordinate the crank and camshaft. The belts operate under tremendous pressure. Because of the demand placed on them, they wear out.

When a timing belt breaks, the car will immediately stop. The motor may be damaged extensively or even beyond repair. Car manufacturers set a mileage range when the timing belt should be replaced. It is in the owner's manual, or you can check with the dealership. When it is time to replace the belt, other…

The oil change intervals have expanded with modern vehicles. You might have once needed an oil change every 3,000 miles. Older vehicles needed oil changes more often. Engines have more superior designs these days. Oil quality has drastically improved. This means many modern vehicles only need oil changes every 7,000 miles or so. Some vehicles might only require an oil change every 10,000 miles.

You can see where you might be wasting money with an oil change every 3,000 miles. That myth has been dispelled throughout the years by vehicle manufacturers. You can schedule...

You would like to keep your vehicle working at its best for as long as possible, and you can use seasonal maintenance work to help with that. It can be helpful to take care of your car at the beginning of each season so that you do not end up neglecting it.

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As we move into a new season, you can benefit from having your tires looked at. We are here to check them out and let you know if…