Brakes

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…

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What Gaskets Are and What They Do

While most of the time you might not give much thought as to what goes into making your car run and work like it does, you should be aware that throughout your entire vehicle there are thousands upon thousands of parts that come together to make it, and some of these parts include gaskets. Read on to learn more.

What Are Gaskets?

Gaskets are cushiony sealing materials that joins two pieces together along with bolts to keep fluids from leaking or mixing. Some gaskets are made of rubber, while others are made of mixed materials like aluminum steel and rubber…

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Changing Your Own Flat Tire

Many of the new vehicles that we sell here at Volkswagen of Sioux City come with a roadside assistance package. However, if you find yourself stuck on the side of the road and don't want to wait for help, here are some quick steps to remind you how to change a flat tire.

Make sure that your vehicle is parked on a flat surface before you begin.

Remove the hub cap from the tire so you can loosen the lug nuts.

Place the jack underneath your vehicle and raise it up slowly. 

Remove the lug nuts completely and carefully…

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The Appealing Design of the Volkswagen Jetta

Here at Volkswagen of Sioux City, the Volkswagen Jetta is a popular compact sedan that is loaded with features that enhance your drive when you're on the go. One of our goals is to keep our customers well-informed about our models, so let's have a look at the design features of the Jetta.

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Cutting Edge Tech Found In The Volkswagen Atlas

Volkswagen is known for making upscale vehicles with modern features and European styling. The Atlas is one of VW's newest models, and it is quickly becoming one of the most popular mid-size family SUVs on the market. This is due to the amazing technology that Volkswagen has outfitted the Atlas with.

 

 

 
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Tips on Being Fuel-Efficient

With the gas prices at the pump constantly fluctuating from one week to the next, drivers are looking for ways to be more fuel-efficient, and we want you to be an educated driver on how to save gas and money. While we may not have control over what we have to pay for gas, there are ways you can control how much you save on gas and money. Come to Volkswagen of Sioux City for some fuel economy tips.

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Should You Choose a Lithium or Lead-Based Car Battery?

Car batteries die after several years of use, and if it's time for you to replace the battery in your vehicle, you might wonder why there's a difference in price between some of the types of batteries. At Volkswagen of Sioux City in Sioux City, IA, we know that you have a lot of questions, and we're here to help you find exactly what will best suit your budget and goals.

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