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Here at Volkswagen of Sioux City located in Sioux City, nothing matters more to us than your safety. That’s why we’ve taken the time to compile a list of recommended winter services that will keep your car running smoothly. Read on to learn more and book your service appointment today!

Everything can change in seconds when you are driving in the rain. There is no denying that it’s a riskier time to be on the road. Here are some things you can do to prevent hydroplaning when the roads are wet.

Your car may show signs that your battery is starting to fail. Clicking noises when you turn on the vehicle, or problems with dim lights while driving at night, usually mean your battery is having a problem. In a few steps, you can check your vehicle battery at home, even if you don't have testing equipment.

Recent reports showed that all-season tires typically last between 6 to 10 years, but not all brands have the same high quality. In addition, drivers sometimes buy “used but new” tires to save a buck or two when their tires are growing old. 

The engine is made up of a sophisticated combustion system. This system dissipates a lot of heat when you are driving around Sioux City, IA. Because of this, a cooling system is present to remove the heat from the engine. 

Visit our Volkswagen of Sioux City service department for vehicle maintenance, and we're likely to offer conventional or synthetic oil during an oil change. "What's synthetic?" people always immediately ask us. Great question. Here's the quick answer.

The Basics of Synthetic Oil

Synthetic oil may be fully synthetic or a blend of synthetic and conventional. Unlike conventional, a natural product of crude oil, synthetic consists of artificially created, uniform size molecules. The molecules derive from several common synthetic bases:

• Polyalphaolefins (PAOs)
• Polyalkaline 

Windshield wipers are supposed to remove frost, pollen, rain and debris from your windshield. All it takes is a push of the button to operate them. They keep you safe while behind the wheel by keeping your windshield clear. However, the windshield wipers won't do you any good if they are not working properly. If they are making a chattering or squeaking noise, then it is time for you to get a new set of windshield wipers.

You may also notice that the windshield wipers make a skipping motion. Smears and streaks on your windshield are another sign that…

Is there something wrong with the tires or the cars suspension? Drivers won't know for sure until a technician checks things out. The examination might reveal the vehicle is overdue for a wheel alignment. Drivers might not realize the tires no longer touch the roads at the manufacturers specified wheel angles. Such a problem could wear down the treads, which may spell further trouble.

Some signs suggest a wheel alignment might be necessary. A vehicle pulling to the side, a steering wheel that won't stay straight, and rapidly wearing treads are all troubling. Maybe the driver hit the…

Brakes are an essential part of a vehicle and may be one of the most important areas to maintain. Having the ability to stop suddenly when needed can be a huge benefactor to preventing a potential collision. It is extremely important to make sure that your brakes are working how they should to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.

Auto makers today have improved the quality of brakes and have even added beneficial new technology features as well. The vehicles are able to use sensors to monitor the area around them and can automatically apply the brakes…