Defining the safety features in your Kia...And there are a lot of them!

Ok! Lets talk about the safety features that you may have in your new Kia!!
Something that was introduced recently in the Kia product line that you may have in your new Kia is the DRIVE WISE Package.  It offers a plethora of very helpful function and is available on selected Cars, Suvs and vans. Lets look at some of these:

Back up camera:  Pretty basic. Almost every new car has one. They are very helpful in making sure that you are clear to go...no bikes, pets or small kids behind the car.  They are tied in many times with audible back up sensors for added safety that beep at you if there is something behind you.  Some models, like our SXL packages are available with a surround camera which gives you a view of everything around the car for 360 degree visibility.  Remember, all these safety features are not a substitute for actually looking around and seeing what is there. (just like you did BEFORE all this stuff).

Cross Traffic Alert: This is a nifty sensor that will let you know if someone is crossing your rear. 👉👈Especially helpful if you are in a Stinger 😁and have two large SUVs in your way as you try to back out of a parking space. 

Blind Spot Warning: Again, helpful, but be aware of who is around you. (Sometimes you may accidentally turn off the blind spot system and , well, you get it).  If someone is in your blind spot, you will see an icon light up on the driver's side or passenger's side view mirror.  If you have your turn signal on, it will beep at you. I think this is probably the most important feature to have aside from the rear camera. 

Lane DepartureWarning System:   This will help you pay attention to the road, but is by no means a substitute for driver awareness. Two cameras up behind the rear view mirror read the lines on the road.  If you drift out of the lane without a turn signal, it will warn you that you are drifting, and in the case of the active system (available in some models) may even attempt to bump you back into your lane. I tend to turn this system off in city driving. It activates at about 40mph, and can be annoying in town where streets tend to have a lot of lines. 

Smart Cruise Control: Available of selected Kias.  It works like your old cruise control, but has radar that will pace the car in front of you at a pre set distance.  Slowing down and speeding up with the traffic flow. The link below will explain in detail the LDWS and Smart cruise.

smart cruise and lane change warning

Autonomous Emergency Braking:  I will let the Kia Video below go through this.  It's very informative.

Autonomous Emergency Braking Video


And of course, the most important safety feature is YOU. Drive wise, and drive alert. 

Remember, you can contact me any time by asking a question below, or e mailing me at cashatkia@gmail.com or if you are in Vegasm come see me at Jim Marsh Kia on West Centennial.

Have a KIA DAY!

Activation of UVO App

Simplified Registration and Activation

A Simpler Way to Enjoy the Power of UVO eServices

1-800-333-4KIA (4542)

YOU ASKED FOR IT. WE DELIVERED.

Kia Motors America, Inc. is proud to announce that you can now enjoy the power of UVO eServices such as maintenance reminders, parking minder, and much more with less setup time.

This update is available for download as an app on select iPhone and Android devices. Here’s how to get started.

1.  Download or update to the latest UVO eServices app
2.  Launch UVO eServices
3.  Register an account

                   

4.  Accept the Terms of Service

               

      

5.  Activate your vehicle using the UVO eServices app

Smart Trunk / Tailgate on your Kia

Your new Kia Forte S, Optima  EX / SX, Sportage SX, Cadenza, Sorento EX / SX, Sedona EX and above and k900 feature the Kia Smart Trunk.  Standard on the Cadenza and K900 and an option on the rest.  

Your dealership may or may not have activated it prior to delivery. The easiest way to check it out is to lock your car, walk away from it for a minute and then go stand about a foot behind it.  If you have smart trunk / tailgate, you will hear three beeps along with tail light flashing, and a 4th beep that will either release the trunk (on the Forte, Optima and Cadenza, or lift the power tailgate on the Sportage, sorento and Sedona that is equipped with the feature). 

menu button

If nothing happens, this does not mean that you don't have the feature, it means it's not activated.  Get in the car and start it up.

Go to the Menu button on the steering wheel and press until you get to the USER SETTINGS Screen

user settings  / Door / OK

Now scroll down until you see DOOR
Press OK 

Scroll down until you see SMART TRUNK (Or GATE)

smart trunk / OK

Check the box by pressing OK then exit the screen by pressing the menu button on the steering wheel again. 

Get out of the car, lock it, walk 20 - 40 feet from vehicle, wait about 30 seconds.  Now go stand behind the vehicle and see if it works. Remember, the car needs a minute to arm the smart trunk, that's why you need to walk away from the vehicle. 

Also, remember not ALL Kias come with this feature. If it's not in the user settings, you don't have it.

Remember, you can always contact me with questions at cashatkia@centurylink.net

OR, if you are in the Las Vegas area, come see me at Jim Marsh Kia. 8555 West Centennial.  

Have a KIA day!

Allow me to introduce myself....I am a Kia Product Specialist

Hello Fellow Kia Owners.  Allow me to introduce myself to you.  My name is Ron Twist. They call me Cash. (Having something to do with the fact that I am also a singer who tributes Johnny Cash, but that's another day) 

I am the Certified Product Specialist at Jim Marsh Kia in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

I am offering this blog to Kia owners who have questions about anything and everything Kia.  I will post tips on how to.....whatever.  From programming your Bluetooth to activating your UVO system.  I will be posting short videos as well explaining different systems. 

The Kia Lineup is amazing. Technology is advancing quickly so I will try to keep you up on it.  We will discuss the new Niro, Sedona Van, Sorento SUV, Optima, Optima Turbo, Forte, Soul, Rio, Sportage, and of course the amazing K900.  And we also are very excited about the new Kia STINGER GT coming this fall. 

I open this up to you to submit questions about anything involving our kia.  I have a vast network of resources.  I sell the product, and have for 5 years.  My whole family drives Kias, and trust me....they aren't what they used to be. They are a JD powers #1 pick and having Peter Schryer from Audi as a head designer does not hurt. 

So feel free to submit questions to be answered on this blog. Many people have the same questions you do.  You can submit here in the comments, or you can email questions to
                           cashatkia@centurylink.net

Remember, if you are in the Vegas Area, Jim Marsh Kia is #1 in Nevada. 

Have a great day!